Jun 05, 2023

KBI: Amber Alert continues; 4 siblings taken by their mother

Posted Jun 05, 2023 8:00 PM
Dontresha Thomas  described as 5-foot-1, 110 pounds and was last seen wearing white t-shirt and gray shorts.-photo KBI
Dontresha Thomas  described as 5-foot-1, 110 pounds and was last seen wearing white t-shirt and gray shorts.-photo KBI

TOPEKA—According to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, at 3:22p.m Monday, authorities located the children in Topeka, according to a statement from the agency.

The children are safe and the the suspect identified as their mother Dontresha Thomas is in custody. The KBI and the Topeka Police Department thanked the public for their response and vigilance.

TOPEKA —The stat of Kansas issued an Amber Alert Monday afternoon.

According to the KBI, at 10:34 a.m. Monday. Au'Vae Riley, Da"avien Riley JR, Ty'rell Riley, and Aunila Riley were taken by their mother Dontresha Shabree Thomas.

The suspect's statements to the father indicate that all of the children are in imminent danger.

Actual suspect vehicle is a 2009 GMC Acadia  with KS Temporary tag C953627.  Tag in picture is not on the vehicle.  Note dent in the rear gate below the handle.
Actual suspect vehicle is a 2009 GMC Acadia with KS Temporary tag C953627. Tag in picture is not on the vehicle. Note dent in the rear gate below the handle.

The suspect left from 2105 SE Swygart in Topeka, KS traveling in a unknown direction in a silver 2009 GMC Acadia bearing KS temporary license plate number C953627.

Call 911 immediately if you have seen a missing child, suspect, or suspects vehicle. If you have other information on a missing child, call 911 or the Topeka Police Department at 785-368-9200.