Authorities have deactivated the Amber Alert that was issued for a missing 3-month-old boy who was last seen in the West Athens area of Los Angeles. The alert, which was initially activated on Friday by the California Highway Patrol on behalf of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, was deactivated around 10 a.m. the same day.
Details on Deactivation Remain Sparse
The specific reasons for the deactivation of the Amber Alert have not been disclosed by officials. The decision to end the alert came amidst an ongoing investigation into the disappearance of the infant, Zacariyah Breaux, and his 28-year-old mother. According to a sergeant from the sheriff’s South Los Angeles Station, the case has now been downgraded to a missing-person investigation.
Last Known Location and Disappearance
Zacariyah Breaux was last seen on Wednesday at approximately 11:30 a.m. in the vicinity of South Western Avenue and Imperial Highway in the West Athens area. The circumstances surrounding his disappearance, as well as the status of his mother, remain unclear.
Ongoing Investigation
As the Amber Alert has been deactivated, the search for Zacariyah and his mother continues under the classification of a missing-person case. Law enforcement officials are still actively investigating their whereabouts and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Community Support and Call for Information
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and other involved agencies are working diligently to locate Zacariyah and his mother. The community is being asked to remain vigilant and report any information that may assist in their recovery.
For those with tips or relevant information regarding the case, authorities encourage contacting local law enforcement immediately.
Continued Concern
The deactivation of the Amber Alert does not diminish the urgency of locating Zacariyah and his mother. The shift in investigation status reflects a change in the case’s circumstances but highlights the ongoing efforts by authorities to resolve the situation and ensure the safety of the missing individuals.
Summary
The Amber Alert for 3-month-old Zacariyah Breaux and his mother has been deactivated, transitioning the case to a missing-person investigation. The infant and his mother were last seen in West Athens, and officials are continuing their efforts to locate them. The public is urged to provide any information that may assist in the ongoing investigation.
