In the quiet community of Scottsdale, Arizona, a story of profound loss and enduring hope began to unfold on August 28, 2006. On that day, a little girl named Natasha Paula Corley, just one year old, disappeared. Young Natasha, a biracial child of Black and Hispanic heritage with brown hair and brown eyes, was allegedly abducted by her non-custodial mother, Anabel Allende. At the time of her daughter's disappearance, Anabel was 33 years old.
The circumstances surrounding the disappearance pointed towards a complex family situation, leading law enforcement to suspect a parental kidnapping.
Following Natasha's disappearance, investigations were launched by the Scottsdale Police Department and the FBI. In the months that followed, the search for Natasha intensified. On February 28, 2007, a felony warrant for kidnapping was issued for Anabel Allende. Later that year, on September 27, 2007, a federal warrant for Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution was also issued for her, elevating the case to a national level. Authorities believe that Anabel and Natasha may have traveled to Mexico. Anabel, described as a Hispanic female with black hair, brown eyes, and a mole above her left eyebrow, might be using aliases such as Ana Leon or Anabel Corley. It is also believed that Natasha may be using the last name Allende. Reports suggested they might have been traveling in a silver Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Years have passed since Natasha was last seen, but the efforts to find her have not ceased. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has released age-progressed photos of Natasha over the years, showing what she might look like as she grows older, in the hope that someone might recognize her. The case of Natasha Corley is a heart-wrenching example of family abduction. The initial disappearance, believed to be at the hands of her non-custodial mother, quickly became a federal case involving an international search. Despite the passage of time and the diligent work of law enforcement agencies, Natasha's whereabouts remain unknown, and her case is still considered unsolved.Last Seen: Aug 28, 2006
