Executive Summary
- Amber Alert issued for Emani (5), Kartier (9), and Jayceon Browner (10).
- Suspect identified as 31-year-old Joseph Browner.
- Authorities are looking for a black 2025 Kia Niro, license plate 9VWP939.
- Children were last seen Monday afternoon in the San Fernando Valley.
The California Highway Patrol activated an Amber Alert on Monday following the reported abduction of three children in Los Angeles County. Law enforcement officials are seeking the public’s assistance in locating the minors and a 31-year-old suspect believed to be connected to their disappearance.
According to the Chino Police Department, the missing children have been identified as 5-year-old Emani Browner, 9-year-old Kartier Browner, and 10-year-old Jayceon Browner. Investigators stated that the siblings were last seen at approximately 4 p.m. Monday in the San Fernando Valley area.
Authorities identified the suspect as 31-year-old Joseph Browner. Police reports indicate he is believed to be driving a black 2025 Kia Niro bearing the license plate number 9VWP939. While the Chino Police Department confirmed the identity of the suspect, they did not immediately disclose the nature of the relationship between him and the children.
Law enforcement agencies are urging anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the children, the suspect, or the vehicle described to contact 911 immediately.
Public Safety Alert
The activation of an Amber Alert signifies that law enforcement believes the children are in imminent danger, mobilizing broadcasters and transportation agencies to assist in the search. The investigation is currently focused on tracking the movement of the suspect’s vehicle across Southern California, relying heavily on real-time tips from the public to narrow the search radius. It is important to note that all individuals, including the suspect named in this alert, are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
