Two arrests made in kidnapping of toddler in Enterprise
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WAKA) – The U.S. Marshals Service Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force in Montgomery has arrested two suspects in connection with the kidnapping of a juvenile from Enterprise.
As Action 8 News has reported, an Amber Alert was issued for two-year-old Kingston Thomas yesterday. Investigators say he was later found safe at a home in Montgomery County.
After arrest warrants were issued, U.S. Marshals say they located and arrested Shamarco S. Moore and Kiara O. Avery on Castle Ridge Road in Montgomery. Both suspects were taken into custody without incident and transferred to the custody of the Enterprise Police Department.
“The successful recovery of this child and the swift apprehension of those responsible demonstrate what can be accomplished when law enforcement agencies work together with a shared mission,” said Acting U.S. Marshal M. Dante Gordon. “Let this serve as a clear message to anyone who chooses to harm or prey upon a child: You will be relentlessly pursued, you will be found, and you will be held accountable for your actions. Protecting our children remains one of our highest priorities, and we will continue to stand alongside our law enforcement partners to ensure those who commit these crimes are brought to justice.”
The U.S. Marshals Service says it commends the Enterprise Police Department, the Montgomery Area Crime Suppression Unit and all assisting agencies for their professionalism, dedication and commitment to the safe recovery of the juvenile and the successful apprehension of both suspects.
