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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP1968) and 6 other sources
David Eduardo Gosnell, a 3-year-old boy from Fontana, California, has been missing since June 10, 1998. He was abducted by his non-custodial mother, Olivia Amador Gosnell, who fled with him shortly after. A felony warrant for her arrest was issued in 1999, and an additional federal warrant for Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution was issued in 2002. Olivia has ties to Las Vegas, Nevada, where it is believed she may have taken David, but there have also been reports suggesting they may have traveled to other areas such as Arizona, Colorado, Texas, or Mexico.

David, who was nicknamed "Lalo," was developmentally delayed at the time of his abduction and only spoke a few words in English and Spanish. His mother, Olivia, is described as Hispanic, 5'0" to 5'2", and around 120 pounds, with distinguishing features like a ripped right earlobe and pigment loss on her right thigh. David's case remains unsolved, and authorities are still seeking any information that could help reunite him with his family.

Despite the passage of time, his family and law enforcement continue their search, and age-progressed photos have been created to show what David might look like today.

Last Seen: Jun 10, 1998