Father of California teen missing for a week arrested on suspicion of child abduction
The father of a 15-year-old Southern California girl who was missing for about a week has been arrested on suspicion of child abduction and other offenses, police announced Friday.
The father of a 15-year-old Southern California girl who was missing for about a week has been arrested on suspicion of child abduction and other offenses, police announced Friday.
Jeffrey Chao is also accused of falsifying a police report in connection with the disappearance of Alison Jillian Chao, the Monterey Park Police Department said.
The elder Chao was being held without bail, according to Jose Romero, his attorney, who declined to comment further.
Jeffrey Chao during a news conference in Los Angeles, on Friday.NBC Los AngelesAlison was reported missing July 16 but was found safe on Tuesday in a mystery that touched off requests for public assistance and searches organized by residents.
“The department’s dedicated efforts and collaboration with other agencies were pivotal in resolving this critical situation and ensuring Alison Chao’s safety," Monterey Park police said in a statement. “The Monterey Park Police Department Investigations Bureau is still currently investigating this incident and has no further comment at this time. We want to assure the community of Monterey Park that the department remains steadfast in its commitment to the safety and well-being of residents. We appreciate your continued support during this investigation.”
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