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FBI’s iconic 'Most Wanted' list enters new era with unprecedented addition
For the first time in its more than 75-year history, the FBI’s "Ten Most Wanted Fugitives" list will include an alleged cybercriminal — and officials say it’s a sign of how today’s biggest threats don’t just carry guns, they carry malware.
Anibal Aguirre, who also goes by "Prometheus," becomes Fugitive No. 540 on the FBI’s most notorious roster. Investigators say he is the alleged architect behind a sweeping ATM "jackpotting" scheme that uses custom-built malware to force cash machines across the United States to spit out money on command.
But authorities say this isn’t just high-tech theft.
Federal prosecutors allege the operation funnels millions of dollars to Tren de Aragua (TdA), the violent Venezuelan transnational criminal organization that U.S. officials describe as a terrorist group.
"The violent criminals on the FBI’s Top Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list are the worst of the worst, and they are in the FBI’s sights," FBI Director Kash Patel said in a statement ahead of the announcement.
"For more than 75 years, the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives program has been one of the FBI’s most powerful tools for bringing dangerous criminals to justice."
Patel makes clear the Bureau is counting on the public.
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"By sharing information about these fugitives with the public, we greatly expand the reach of our investigations," he said. "Our message is simple: if you commit violent crimes or prey on innocent people, we will continue pursuing you — and with the public’s help, we will find you."
Prosecutors in the District of Nebraska have charged 93 defendants in connection with the broader conspiracy. Authorities say many millions of dollars are drained from ATM machines across the country as part of the scheme.
U.S. Attorney Lesley Woods says investigators follow the money trail from compromised American ATMs all the way back to what she describes as the operation’s "terroristic roots in Venezuela."
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She says the stolen funds allegedly go to Tren de Aragua leaders "to fund their terroristic activities and purposes," calling the case a major coordinated effort by state, local and federal law enforcement.
Woods says the investigation exposes the conspiracy "from its lowest levels to the alleged mastermind behind the malware" and removes dozens of TdA members from Nebraska.
"TdA members will find no safe harbor in the State of Nebraska," she says.
Special Agent in Charge Eugene Kowel of the FBI’s Omaha Field Office said TdA "poses a direct threat to our communities both here in the Midwest and across our country."
He said the organization relies on a range of criminal operations — including sophisticated cyberattacks on U.S. financial institutions — to bankroll violence and terror.
"As criminal enterprises change tactics, we surge resources and adapt accordingly to protect the American people," Kowel said.
Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent in Charge Mark Zito called Tren de Aragua "a ruthless terrorist organization that preys on communities, spreads fear, and bankrolls violence across borders."
"We will not tolerate foreign terrorists stealing from our citizens and threatening our homeland," Zito said. "We will track you down."
The Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list launched in 1950 and has traditionally featured serial killers, cartel bosses and violent fugitives.
By placing an alleged cyber architect on that list for the first time, the FBI is sending a clear message: digital financial warfare tied to foreign criminal networks now ranks among the most serious threats facing the country.
Authorities believe Aguirre may be in Venezuela and operating outside the United States.
Officials say elevating him to the Ten Most Wanted list is designed to generate international tips and increase pressure on the network behind the operation.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact the FBI.
Donny Osmond uses AI to sing with his 14-year-old self
Some stars spend their careers protecting the version of themselves that first made them famous. Donny Osmond took the opposite path. He built a career by evolving with the times and then kept going. Today, in his Las Vegas residency at Harrah's, the legendary entertainer performs a duet with a digital version of his 14-year-old self, the same teenage Donny who captured hearts decades ago with hits like "Puppy Love."
The moment feels almost surreal on stage. Yet it also reflects something deeper about Osmond's career. Instead of resisting technology or relying only on nostalgia, he has embraced new tools that allow him to reinterpret his own history in front of a live audience. That willingness to experiment with technology has helped him remain relevant for more than six decades in entertainment.
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There is a reason Donny Osmond still matters to multiple generations. Older fans know the teen idol who broke out with songs like "Puppy Love." Others know him from Donny & Marie. Theater fans remember "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." Younger audiences may know him as the singing voice of Captain Shang in Disney's "Mulan." Then there are reality TV fans who saw him win Dancing With the Stars or meet him again on The Masked Singer.
That range gives him something rare in entertainment. He does not belong to just one era. He belongs to several. And instead of resisting that, he leans into it. Technology now plays a role in that connection as well.
Osmond explained the idea when he sat down with me for my "Beyond Connected" podcast. The concept actually began decades ago when he started imagining what future technology might make possible. "Even when I was a teenager, I thought someday there's going to be technology where John Wayne could be Obi-Wan Kenobi. And I was right!" Osmond said.
That long-held fascination eventually led him to a simple question. "Why can't I sing 'Puppy Love' with my 14-year-old self on stage?" Osmond said. The answer involved combining several forms of digital production, AI modeling and stage design.
"The face is actually my 14-year-old face taken from pictures, the voice is my voice from interviews when I was 14, and the body is my 14-year-old grandson," Osmond said. The result is a performance where two versions of Donny Osmond appear to share the stage at the same time.
Many people assume the younger Donny is a hologram. Osmond said that is not the case. "It's not a projection, like a laser projection. It's not like a hologram. It's a totally different technology," Osmond explained.
Instead, the illusion relies on a piece of stage technology known as a hollow box. The structure is built into the set and designed to look like a vintage recording booth on stage. Inside that space, advanced visual systems combine CGI, AI modeling and stage lighting to create the digital image of the younger Donny so it appears full-size and three-dimensional.
The effect blends archived photos, computer-generated animation and voice samples from Osmond's early interviews to recreate his teenage likeness. His grandson provides the physical body movement used to animate the performance. Standing just inches away from the illusion, Osmond can look directly at his younger self while singing. From the audience's perspective, it appears as if the two performers are sharing the stage face-to-face in real time.
Even after performing the sequence night after night, Osmond said the experience still surprises him. "I do it every night, and it never gets old. It's like looking in the mirror 54 years ago," Osmond said. For longtime fans, the moment connects the teenage star they remember with the seasoned performer he is today. The visual contrast tells the story of a career that has spanned generations.
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One of the most surprising parts of my conversation with Donny is that he does not sound like a celebrity who was dragged into modern tech. He sounds like the kid who would have loved being dropped into a maker lab. "Ever since I was a teenager, I've always been kind of a geek or nerd about technical things," Osmond said.
That curiosity still drives him today. He studies the tools behind his stage production and experiments with new ways to keep the show fresh. In many ways, technology has become another creative instrument.
When I asked Donny which apps he uses the most, the answer revealed a different side of the performer. "I'd have to say, uh, Google Sheets because, uh, I've created algorithms," Osmond said.
He enjoys building detailed spreadsheets and analyzing data. His phone of choice is a foldable device that allows him to view larger spreadsheets easily. Osmond also embraces connected security technology. He said he uses cameras and smart alarm systems to monitor his homes, dressing room and other properties so he always knows what is happening around him.
For someone known around the world as a singer and performer, it is an unexpectedly technical hobby.
Artificial intelligence has sparked debate across music, film and media. Some artists worry about misuse or losing control of their voice and likeness. Osmond takes a balanced view. "Any technology put in the wrong hands can turn into nefarious things, but look at the good it can do," Osmond said.
From medicine to entertainment, he believes AI has the potential to drive major advances. "What a great time to be alive with today's technology. It's amazing to watch it all happen in real time," Osmond said. At the same time, he believes society must stay engaged with technological progress rather than fear it. "If we run away from technology, other countries and other people are going to be way ahead of us," Osmond said.
Speaking of technology, Osmond says his music may already have made it into space. During our conversation, he said one of his songs was reportedly used to test the sound system on a spacecraft capsule. "They actually used my song 'Start Again' from my latest album to test the sound system on one of the capsules," Osmond said.
He then mentioned another story he has heard many times over the years. "When they went to the moon in the Apollo missions, and we did go to the moon, by the way, they took a tape of music with them. And on that music is Andy Williams singing 'Aquarius.' I'm singing background vocals on that song. They left the tape on the moon. My voice is sitting on the moon."
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Osmond also reflected on how today's digital platforms might have changed his early career. "Can you imagine what I could have done during the 'Puppy Love' years with social media?" Osmond said.
At the height of his teen idol fame, fans lined up outside television studios and concerts hoping to catch a glimpse of him. Today, that kind of connection often happens through social platforms and digital communities. It is one more example of how technology has reshaped the entertainment industry.
Donny Osmond first rose to fame performing with his brothers as part of the Osmonds. The family group became a television sensation in the late 1960s and early 1970s with appearances on shows like "The Andy Williams Show." Soon after, his sister Marie stepped into the spotlight, and the two became household names with their hit variety series "Donny & Marie." Decades later, the siblings reunited for a highly successful Las Vegas residency that ran for more than a decade.
Over the years, Osmond has released dozens of albums, starred in television shows, performed on Broadway and built a long-running Las Vegas career. Today, he headlines his own residency at Harrah's Las Vegas, where he performs several nights a week. The show has been extended through May 2026, a testament to its continued popularity with audiences. Many younger fans now discover Osmond through social media clips, streaming platforms and live performances in Las Vegas.
Technology now plays a role in how he connects with fans as well. Osmond keeps fans connected through the Donny app (donnyosmondapp.com), which brings together news, videos, tour updates and a timeline of his career in one place. Fans can also find tickets, show information and updates at Donny.com, the official website he referenced during our interview. By blending nostalgia with modern technology, Osmond continues to reach fans across generations while pushing his show into new territory.
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Donny Osmond's career is proof that curiosity can keep an artist moving forward. Instead of resisting change, he continues exploring the technology that's shaping our world today. From AI stage performances to data-driven apps and smart home systems, Osmond approaches technology with the same enthusiasm he brings to performing. Be sure to listen to or watch the "Beyond Connected" conversation with Donny Osmond to hear more about how he blends entertainment and technology.
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Fox News ‘Antisemitism Exposed’ Newsletter: ADL says 'Let's go, Brandon'
Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter brings you stories on the rising anti-Jewish prejudice across the U.S. and the world.
IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:
- Jewish leaders want Chicago mayor to create antisemitism task force
- Canada’s Carney under pressure to act after synagogues shot up
- California cops probe violent altercation caught on camera as potential antisemitic hate crime
TOP STORY: The Anti-Defamation League is demanding Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson launch a dedicated task force as antisemitic hate crimes reach a "crisis point." Following the murder of two Israeli embassy staffers and a 74% spike in local incidents, the ADL accuses city leadership of "fanning the flames" through extremist appointments and failing to protect Jewish residents. Action is non-negotiable.
VIDEO: ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt explains the improved grades universities have received while students report anti-Jewish incidents on their campuses. WATCH HERE:
DOMESTIC TERROR: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faces mounting pressure to combat a violent surge in antisemitism after three Toronto-area synagogues were struck by gunfire in a single week. With Jewish leaders warning the community is "shaken to our core," officials are being urged to move beyond rhetoric and deploy federal resources to stop the escalating cycle of targeted intimidation and hate.
STREETS OF RAGE: San Jose police are investigating a brutal assault at the popular Santana Row shopping district as a potential antisemitic hate crime. Caught on camera, the violent altercation involved multiple suspects pummeling a man while allegedly hurling religious slurs. As local tensions simmer, authorities are working to identify the attackers and determine if the victim was targeted for his faith.
WINDOW DRESSING: The ADL’s 2026 report card shows university antisemitism grades doubling, fueled by stricter policies and GOP pressure. Yet, the "improved" marks mask a darker reality: Jewish students report that campus hostility remains rampant. Paper progress is failing to stop the real-world surge of anti-Jewish hate.
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK: "All eyes are on Canada: it’s time to halt the unprecedented wave of Jew-hatred that has erupted since October 7th." - Israeli President Isaac Herzog.
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Trump-backed affordable housing overhaul clears Senate, while House GOP raises red flags
A massive bipartisan swell advanced a Trump-backed affordable housing package out of the Senate on Thursday, but its fate in the House is up in the air.
The bill, renamed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to incorporate a previous Senate housing bill that stalled last year, easily sailed through the upper chamber, given that many lawmakers support the wide-ranging slate of measures designed to increase the supply of affordable housing.
In its original form, the legislation was primarily intended to help first-time homebuyers and lower-income Americans enter the housing market or gain access to more affordable housing options.
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The Senate tweaked the legislation, adding a ban on institutional investors sought by President Donald Trump, who earlier this year signed an executive order barring the practice. During his State of the Union address last month, Trump urged Congress to codify the ban and said, "We want homes for people, not for corporations."
That provision gave some heartburn, notably to Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, and several industry groups, who warned that the way it was designed — forcing owners of 350 or more units to sell after seven years — would kneecap the build-to-rent market and harm the supply of rentals throughout the country.
That was not enough to slow the bill down in the Senate, but Trump’s declaration that he wouldn’t sign any bills unless the Senate passed voter ID legislation, along with House Republicans grumbling over changes to the bill, could spell trouble ahead.
Rep. Mike Flood, R-Neb., co-lead of the House’s version of the bill, told Fox News Digital, "It seems to me that there are outstanding concerns with the Senate’s housing bill as currently drafted."
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He echoed Schatz’s concern about the build-to-rent supply consequences and added that the bill was "intended to cut costs, but the Senate removed important bipartisan House provisions that would have slashed barriers to building more homes."
"Their process is still ongoing, and I am holding out hope for some fixes, but time runs short," Flood said. "Given the bill’s current state, I think a conference may be the most viable path forward."
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., said he believes that once the bill makes it through the Senate, "the White House will be wanting to work with our House counterparts to try and get it passed over there and get it on the President's desk."
"We know we've added some things to the bill here in the Senate that were designed to make it more palatable to the House. I know there are other issues they would like to address in it, some of the banking issues too, but I think this is, by and large, a housing bill."
"So, we think we have really put together a strong bill," Thune continued. "It's something that hasn't been done in over a decade."
It’s a product of negotiations between Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., the chair of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., its top Democrat.
The pair argued that the changes made should make the legislation more palatable to their House counterparts.
"The package includes the vast majority of the Senate’s unanimously supported ROAD to Housing Act, incorporates bipartisan ideas from the House, and takes a good first step to rein in corporate landlords that are squeezing families out of homeownership," Warren said earlier this month. "Congress should pass this package and continue working on further legislation to combat our nation’s housing crisis."
Paraglider makes emergency landing on packed ski slope after spending hours in the air
A paraglider made an emergency landing at a crowded ski resort after reportedly spending nearly two hours in the air.
The incident occurred in mid-February at Muju Deogyusan Resort on the intermediate Silk Road slope in Muju, South Korea, according to video licensing agency ViralHog.
Footage from the scene shows the paraglider descending toward a slope filled with skiers and snowboarders.
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As the canopy drops lower, several people on the mountain appear to notice the glider overhead — with some looking up as it approaches the busy ski run.
"The paraglider suddenly descended and landed near a busy intermediate ski slope where many skiers were present, surprising people at the scene," the agency said.
Details provided alongside the video state that the paraglider had been flying for roughly two hours before seeking a place to land.
Despite descending onto a busy intermediate slope, no collisions were reported and no injuries occurred.
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Ski patrol quickly secured the slope as the paraglider landed safely, and police later arrived to examine the circumstances surrounding the emergency descent.
Fox News Digital previously reported on another paragliding incident earlier this year in Florida.
In January, a 52-year-old man survived a 500-foot plunge into the ocean after his powered paraglider lost stability in the air near Singer Island, according to the Riviera Beach Police Department.
The fall occurred just before noon off the coast near Riviera Beach. Bystanders captured the incident on video as the aircraft dropped into the water.
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Sarah Williamson, a lifeguard with Palm Beach County Ocean Rescue, told WFLX-TV she immediately noticed something was wrong when the paraglider began moving in an unusual pattern.
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"I just started running, and I radioed my other partner," Williamson said.
She and another lifeguard paddled out with rescue equipment while beachgoers also swam toward the man to help.
A snorkeler assisted in freeing the paraglider from tangled lines underwater, and rescuers were able to bring both the man and his craft back to shore safely.
The man was not injured.
"Five hundred feet is an incredible thing to survive," Williamson said.
Stephen Sorace of Fox News Digital contributed reporting.
Shooting in Old Dominion University hall injures two; gunman dead
A suspected gunman was killed Thursday after opening fire inside Constant Hall at Old Dominion University (ODU), injuring two people.
ODU canceled classes and operations on its main campus for the remainder of the day and urged students and staff to avoid the area around Constant Hall as emergency personnel continue to respond.
The school said its next update would be provided at 12:15 p.m ET.
The gunman was pronounced dead at the scene, and the two injured individuals were transported to a local hospital.
This is a breaking news story; check back for updates.
Clyburn, 85, bucks Democrat generational revolt with bid for 18th term in Congress
Longtime Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn of South Carolina announced Thursday that he would run this year for an 18th two-year term in Congress.
"In a few minutes, I am going to sign the paperwork that's necessary in order to qualify for the Democratic nomination to run again," the 85-year-old Clyburn said at an event in Columbia, South Carolina.
The move by Clyburn, who was first elected to the House in 1992, bucks a push for generational change — fueled by serious questions over then-President Joe Biden's physical and mental stability that led to his dropping his 2024 re-election bid — that has seen other older congressional Democrats retire.
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Clyburn served for nearly two decades as the number three House Democrat in leadership, alongside 85-year-old former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi of California and 86-year-old former House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer of Maryland. Pelosi and Hoyer are retiring at the end of 2026 rather than run for re-election.
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Addressing his age, Clyburn said he will soon "celebrate the 47th anniversary of my 39th birthday."
"If I were not up to it, I would not do it," Clyburn said. "My health has been good."
Nearly a dozen House Democrats in their 70s and 80s are retiring when the 119th Congress concludes at the end of the year, but others are seeking another term.
Republican Rep. Hal Rogers of Kentucky, 88, and Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters of California, 87 — who are the oldest current members of Congress — are both seeking re-election.
Clyburn long has been considered one of the most prominent Black political leaders in the nation, and a kingmaker among South Carolina Democrats.
And thanks to South Carolina's position for nearly a half century as the first southern primary in the race for the White House, Clyburn has played an influential role in the Democratic presidential nomination process.
Clyburn's support of Biden in the 2020 South Carolina primary helped boost the then-former vice president to a landslide victory, which propelled Biden to the Democratic nomination and later, the White House.
ICE busts human smuggling ring that kidnapped family, sexually assaulted pregnant woman
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents busted a South Texas human smuggling ring, resulting in the arrests and sentencing of gangbangers who kidnapped a family and sexually assaulted a pregnant mother.
Rodolfo Daniel De Hoyos, 22, a human smuggler who goes by the nickname "Rufles," was sentenced to more than 14 years in prison on Monday for conspiracy to harbor illegal aliens, causing serious bodily injury and placing lives in jeopardy. The sentencing was announced by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Texas on Tuesday.
De Hoyos is the fifth of nine human smugglers arrested in Kinney County, Texas, as a result of an investigation by ICE Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) with the cooperation of the Texas Department of Public Safety and several other law enforcement agencies. The investigation is part of the Trump administration’s Operation Take Back America.
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, De Hoyos was involved in the kidnapping and attempted extortion of a family of illegal immigrants, consisting of a man, a pregnant woman and a seven-year-old child. The office said the smugglers sexually assaulted the pregnant woman and held the family for ransom. They obtained at least $1,000 from a relative and further threatened to kill the seven-year-old child and sell the unborn baby if additional payments were not made.
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De Hoyos was first arrested in 2021 by a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper who observed him transporting three passengers wearing dirty clothing, hiking boots and camouflage backpacks. At the time, De Hoyos admitted the three passengers were illegal aliens and that he was being paid $1,500 to transport them to Del Rio. He was arrested again in August 2023 in relation to the kidnapping of the family.
Besides De Hoyos, four others have been sentenced. Texas man Juan Antonio Flores, 36, was sentenced to more than 17 years for his role in coordinating the smuggling trips. Two other co-conspirators, Tomas Estrada-Torres, 47, and Nelson Abilio Castro-Zelaya, received sentences of more than 12 years and 15 years, respectively.
Meanwhile, a 23-year-old Guatemalan national, Edwin Alfredo Barrientos-Mateo, nicknamed "Waches," was sentenced to 30 years in prison in connection with the smuggling ring.
According to Simmons’ office, four other co-conspirators — Ambar Obregon, Pedro Ruiz Gonzalez, Armando Garcia-Martinez and Anthony Ballones Jr. — have pleaded guilty and are awaiting sentencing.
Besides ICE HSI and the Texas Department of Public Safety, U.S. Border Patrol, the Eagle Pass Police Department, the Austin Police Department, the Houston Police Department, and the Comal County Sheriff’s Office also assisted with the investigation.
In a word of caution to would-be illegal aliens, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Texas Justin Simmons said that "alien smuggling organizations care nothing about the hopes and dreams of those they smuggle."
"When they look at an illegal alien, all they see is a dollar sign," he went on, adding, "Do not trust them with your life because the only life they really care about is their own."
This week, Simmons’ office also announced that 36-year-old Mexican national Pedro Luis Martinez-Jaquez was sentenced to more than 30 years in prison for his leadership role in a conspiracy to transport hundreds of illegal aliens, resulting in at least one death.
Simmons called Martinez-Jaquez "one of the most prolific facilitators of alien smuggling in the last decade." He said that over the course of an 18-month operation, Martinez-Jaquez made hundreds of thousands of dollars transporting illegal aliens into the U.S.
Both stings were the result of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative launched by the Trump administration last year to "achieve total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations."
Kidnapped child found alive after years hidden under fake name: police
A young girl who was kidnapped in Southern California nearly six years ago was found safe and living under a fake name on the other side of the country, authorities said.
The now-11-year-old victim was found in Washington County, North Carolina, on Tuesday, according to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office.
The girl was located after authorities received a tip revealing she had been enrolled in the Washington County School District "under an alias name," officials said.
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Investigators worked in tandem with multiple agencies from North Carolina to California to safely find the girl and take her into protective custody.
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The girl was just 5 years old when she was last seen in Duarte, California, on June 2, 2020, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).
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She was reported missing to California authorities. At the time of her disappearance, she was the subject of a separate investigation involving the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) said in a statement.
The victim’s mother had custody and stopped communicating with DCFS workers, leading authorities to believe she was responsible for the child’s disappearance, according to LASD.
"These are very rare occurrences to have such a positive outcome on such an old case as this, but it reminds us that through hard work, and dedication and cooperation, stories with positive outcomes like these can happen," the Washington County Sheriff's Office said.
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The development comes just three months after the NCMEC issued an updated age progression photo of the missing child.
"After six years, the recovery of [the victim] is an incredible moment for everyone who has worked to bring her home," John Bischoff, who oversees NCMEC's Missing Children Division, said. "Her recovery reflects the persistence and close coordination between law enforcement and NCMEC and our shared commitment to never give up on a missing child."
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Authorities have not made any arrests in the girl’s disappearance, according to officials.
The Washington County Sheriff’s Office and LASD did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.
Amazon sells spring-ready greenhouses – plus 9 more unexpected finds
Did you know you can buy a greenhouse on Amazon? And that’s just the beginning. From e-bikes and motorcycles to chicken coops, kayaks and home theater seating, Amazon’s inventory stretches far beyond everyday essentials. Upgrade your spring setup with these unexpected finds you can order right now.
Looking to protect your plants from extreme weather and jump-start spring growth? A greenhouse can help — and Amazon surprisingly carries several highly rated options.
Mini greenhouse with raised base: $39.98 (33% off)
Greenhouse kit with window and shelves: $75.99 (16% off)
Walk-in tunnel greenhouse with galvanized steel frame: $98.59 (15% off)
4-tier portable mini greenhouse: $43.60
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This electric bike has multiple pedal-assist modes and an LCD display that tracks speed and battery level. The removable battery charges in about four hours and delivers up to 80 miles of range, depending on terrain and usage.
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Make restaurant quality pizza at home with this outdoor pizza oven. It supports multiple fuel options and reaches high temperatures for crispy crusts. Its foldable legs and a detachable chimney also make it easy to store.
Store tools and lawn equipment in this outdoor shed that's made of weather-resistant materials. It withstands rain, wind and sun and ships with pre-cut panels and double doors for easier assembly.
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The SincMill home gym is a full-body workout all in one machine. It’s equipped to handle more than 50 strength exercises, including chest press, seated rows and bicep curls. Its sturdy steel frame resists wear and tear for long-term use.
Bring movie-theater comfort home with these reclining leather seats. They comes with a tray table, charging ports and ambient lighting controlled with the push of a button.
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No pool? No problem. An inflatable hot tub is a simple way to unwind in your own backyard this spring and summer. It’s made from durable, puncture-resistant materials and warms up quickly. Just turn on the bubble jets and relax.
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This electric motorcycle features a hydraulic suspension built for uneven terrain and reaches speeds up to 37 mph. It supports up to 265 pounds and adds serious power to weekend adventures.
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