The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the community’s help in locating a person of interest in an attempted kidnapping of a child that occurred today, Friday, June 20, 2025, in eastern unincorporated El Paso County.
Deputies are searching for a white male, described as being in his 20s or 30s, with a thin build, short brownish-red hair, and light skin. He is approximately 5’7″ tall with no facial hair. The individual has tattoos on his arms, but not full sleeves. He was last seen wearing a blue shirt and jeans.
The person of interest was driving a newer, white, two-door pickup truck with an extended cab and a grey and red interior.
The incident took place today between 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM in the area of Bradshaw Road and Highway 24, where the individual was observed driving eastbound. While a small child was briefly taken, they were thankfully able to escape and were safely reunited with their family by law enforcement.
Anyone who witnessed this incident or has information regarding the person of interest is urged to call the Sheriff’s Office on the non-emergency line at 719-390-5555.