Amber Alert Issued for Highland Park Toddler
Authorities are searching for a 3-year-old girl last seen in the Highland Park area Saturday evening.
Updated on Oct. 4, 2026 in Toddlers
The California Highway Patrol issued an Amber Alert for 3-year-old Marieny Calderon following her abduction in Highland Park. She was reported missing Saturday night after being taken from the vicinity of S. Avenue 49 and Figueroa Street.
Why it matters
The alert was activated by the California Highway Patrol at the request of the Los Angeles Police Department to facilitate the immediate public search for the missing toddler. Officials are seeking the public's assistance to locate the suspect vehicle and ensure the safe return of the child.
Marieny Calderon is 3 years old, three feet tall, and weighs 27 pounds. Authorities are searching for a gray 2019 Toyota RAV4 with the license plate 9ETY017.
The players
California Highway Patrol
The state law enforcement agency responsible for issuing Amber Alerts to mobilize public assistance in child abduction cases.
Los Angeles Police Department
The local municipal agency currently investigating the incident and coordinating the search efforts in Highland Park.
Marieny Calderon
The 3-year-old girl who is the subject of the ongoing Amber Alert.
The details
The abduction occurred at approximately 7:35 p.m. on Saturday. The California Highway Patrol issued the alert at 10:30 p.m. to aid in identifying the suspect vehicle involved in the incident.
Timeline
7:35 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026: Marieny Calderon was abducted.
10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026: California Highway Patrol issued the Amber Alert.
The Home Front
This emergency activation follows established protocols for the California Amber Alert system. The system serves as a critical infrastructure tool for public safety when local law enforcement agencies require rapid, widespread community support during high-risk abduction incidents.
Residents in the Highland Park area should remain vigilant and report any sightings of a gray 2019 Toyota RAV4 with license plate 9ETY017 to local law enforcement. If you believe you have information regarding this abduction, contact your local police department immediately.
The takeaway
The California Highway Patrol has provided specific identifying information to assist in the recovery of the child. Keep the suspect vehicle description of a gray 2019 Toyota RAV4 and license plate 9ETY017 in mind while in the Highland Park area.
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