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Case Description

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Kevin Verville Jr., an infant born on June 14, 1980, was abducted on July 1, 1980, in Oceanside, California. At the time of his disappearance, Kevin was only two to three weeks old, with a height of 18 to 20 inches and weighing approximately seven pounds. He had brown eyes and was bald, as is typical for newborns.

The circumstances surrounding Kevin's abduction are particularly distressing. A woman posing as a social worker approached Kevin's mother, claiming to represent a fictitious agency named "HELP." She gained the mother's trust and convinced her to leave Kevin in her car while she went to summon another supposed client. Once the mother stepped away, the woman drove off with Kevin, leaving his family devastated.

The FBI quickly became involved in the case, launching a nationwide search for the infant. Investigators speculated that the kidnapper might have recently experienced the loss of her own child, possibly due to crib death, abortion, or stillbirth, which could have motivated her actions. Despite extensive efforts, Kevin's whereabouts remain unknown, and his case continues to be listed as unresolved.

Last Seen: Jul 01, 1980

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