Aug 23, 2021

Update: Police locate, check welfare of Kan. toddler

Posted Aug 23, 2021 8:00 PM
Security camera images courtesy Topeka Police
Security camera images courtesy Topeka Police

SHAWNEE COUNTY—Police requested the public’s assistance on Sunday to locate a sixteen month old. 

On Monday afternoon, police reported  they were able to check the welfare of the boy. on August 23, according to police spokesperson Gretchen Spiker. The investigation in the case continues. Police released no additional details.

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SHAWNEE COUNTY– The Topeka Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating sixteen month old Jesus Manuel Betancourt-Acevedo to conduct a welfare check, according to Police Lt. Ron Ekis.

The child is believed to be with his mother Norma Acevedo –Pena and an unidentified Hispanic man.

The subjects are believed to be driving a dark colored Ford Expedition.  Police released no additional details Sunday afternoon.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is encouraged to call dispatch at 785-368- 9200, email [email protected] , or contact the Topeka Police Criminal Investigation Bureau at 785-368-9400. Anonymous tips can be made by calling Shawnee County Crime Stoppers at 785-234-0007. You can also make anonymous tips online at www.p3tips.com/128.