An urgent Amber Alert has been issued for 4-year-old Daleza Fregoso after authorities reported she was abducted in Los Angeles during the early morning hours of May 24, 2026. Law enforcement agencies across Southern California are actively searching for the child and the suspect believed to be responsible.
According to the California Highway Patrol and the Los Angeles Police Department, Daleza was last seen around 4:00 a.m. in Los Angeles. Investigators say the circumstances surrounding her disappearance led officials to believe the child may be in imminent danger, prompting activation of the statewide Amber Alert system.
Authorities identified the suspect as 40-year-old Ruben Fregoso. He is described as approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing around 200 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Police believe he may be traveling with Daleza in a white 2019 Land Rover Discovery displaying California license plate 9DAW715.
Daleza Fregoso is described as approximately 3 feet tall and weighing around 45 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes. Officials have not yet released details regarding the clothing she was wearing when she disappeared.
Law enforcement agencies throughout the region have increased patrols and are monitoring highways, surveillance systems, and public tips as the search continues. Investigators are also reviewing surveillance footage and tracing possible travel routes connected to the suspect vehicle.
Authorities are urging the public to remain alert and immediately report any sightings of the child, suspect, or vehicle. Community members are specifically encouraged to watch for the white Land Rover in parking lots, residential areas, and along major highways.
Officials stress that anyone who sees the suspect or vehicle should not approach but instead call 911 immediately. The primary focus of the investigation remains the safe recovery of Daleza Fregoso.
The investigation remains active, and additional updates are expected as new information becomes available.