Utah Father Charged After Alleged Abduction Of 2 Infants Across States
A Utah father, Dane Stephen Richman, was charged Sunday, May 24, 2026, with abducting his two infant sons after picking them up for visitation in Washington state and may have fled toward Mexico.[1]
Police say a warrant was issued after Richman was charged with two counts of third-degree felony custodial interference.[1] Authorities say his 2025 Toyota Camry was serviced in Carlsbad, California, on May 18, about 50 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border, and they believe he may have taken the children toward Mexico.[1]
On May 16, Richman picked up his sons Will, 1, and Wesley, 10 months, from their mother in Washington state for a scheduled visitation.[1] An Amber Alert issued over the weekend described him as seriously depressed, under financial stress, having quit his job and abandoned his Utah home.[1]
Investigators are seeking Richman and the boys and have warned the public not to attempt contact if they spot the family.[1]
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- On May 16, 2026, Dane Stephen Richman picked up his sons Will (1) and Wesley (10 months) from their mother in Washington state for scheduled visitation.
- Richman was charged Sunday, May 24, 2026, with two counts of third-degree felony custodial interference, and a warrant was issued for his arrest.
- Police say Richman’s 2025 Toyota Camry was serviced in Carlsbad, California, on May 18, 2026, roughly 50 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border, and believe he may have taken the children toward Mexico.
- An Amber Alert issued over the weekend before May 26, 2026, describes Richman as seriously depressed, under financial stress, having quit his job and abandoned his Utah home.
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