LOS ANGELES, California — Authorities continue to search for Daleza Fregoso, a young Los Angeles girl at the center of an active AMBER Alert that has drawn widespread attention across California and beyond. Law enforcement agencies are urging the public to remain alert and report any information that could assist in locating the child safely.

The AMBER Alert was issued by the California Highway Patrol on behalf of the Los Angeles Police Department after investigators determined that Daleza had been abducted under circumstances that placed her in potential danger. Authorities reported that she was last seen in the Los Angeles area during the early morning hours of May 24.

According to law enforcement officials, investigators believe Daleza was taken by 40-year-old Ruben Fregoso. Police have described him as a person of interest in a separate homicide investigation involving the death of the child’s mother, whose body was discovered during a welfare check at a residence in Los Angeles. Detectives have not released all details surrounding that investigation, but authorities have stated that the death appeared to be the result of violence.

The search for Daleza has expanded beyond the Los Angeles region. Investigators confirmed that a vehicle initially associated with the case, a white 2019 Land Rover Discovery, was later located. However, both the child and the suspect remain unaccounted for, prompting continued efforts by multiple law enforcement agencies.

Surveillance images obtained during the investigation reportedly placed the pair near the U.S.-Mexico border, raising concerns that they may have crossed into Mexico. Authorities have continued coordinating with partner agencies as they pursue leads and work to determine their current whereabouts.

The case has generated significant concern among community members and child safety advocates. Family members, friends, and residents have expressed hope for Daleza’s safe recovery while offering support to those affected by the tragedy.

Law enforcement officials continue to ask anyone who may have seen Daleza Fregoso or Ruben Fregoso, or who possesses information about their whereabouts, to contact authorities immediately. Investigators emphasize that even seemingly minor details could prove critical in locating the child and advancing the ongoing investigation.

As the search continues, the focus remains on ensuring Daleza’s safety and providing answers for loved ones awaiting news. Authorities have pledged to continue pursuing every available lead until the child is found and the circumstances surrounding the case are fully understood.