Amber Alert Issued For 3 Children Taken From Stoughton

Authorities in Wisconsin have issued an Amber Alert for three children who were abducted from their home in Stoughton on Friday evening. The children, identified as 9-year-old Ayla Anderson, 6-year-old Ethan Anderson, and 4-year-old Kaylee Anderson, were last seen at their residence at approximately 8:30 p.m.

The children’s mother, 35-year-old Sarah Anderson, was found deceased inside the home. Police are investigating the incident as a homicide and are actively searching for the children’s father, 37-year-old David Anderson, as a suspect. Anderson is described as a white male with brown hair, blue eyes, and a beard. He may be armed and considered dangerous.

Stoughton Police Chief Greg McCoy stated, “This is a tragic situation, and our top priority is to locate these children as soon as possible. We urge anyone with information to come forward.”

The Amber Alert system is activated when law enforcement believes that a child has been abducted and is in imminent danger. The case has garnered significant attention, as it is not typical for multiple children to be abducted at once. The circumstances surrounding the children’s disappearance and the death of their mother have raised concerns about their safety.

The abduction has sent shockwaves through the Stoughton community and beyond. Schools have increased security measures, and residents are being urged to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are using all available resources to track down the suspect and locate the children.

As of this writing, the search for the children continues. Police have set up roadblocks, deployed K-9 units, and are conducting aerial searches. The investigation remains active, and detectives are working to determine the motive behind the abduction.

The Amber Alert for the three Stoughton children remains in effect. Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in finding the children and bringing them home safely. The investigation is ongoing, and updates will be provided as they become available.