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Missing baby boy from Odessa found, AMBER Alert canceled: Texas DPS
By Christian Hudspeth at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
UPDATE | July 311-year-old Maverick Young has been found, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. His AMBER Alert has been canceled.ORIGINAL REPORTODESSA, Texas - The Texas Department of Public Safety has issued an AMBER Alert for Maverick Young, an 11-month-old boy reported missing a...
Key takeaway ORIGINAL REPORTODESSA, Texas - The Texas Department of Public Safety has issued an AMBER Alert for Maverick Young, an 11-month-old boy reported missing and believed to be abducted.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
While the AMBER Alert for Maverick Young was issued in Odessa, the case has implications for the broader Texas community, including Montgomery County. The fact that authorities are urging anyone with information to call 911 immediately underscores the urgency of the situation and the need for public vigilance. As the search for Maverick expands, residents in Magnolia and surrounding areas should be aware of the alert and report any potential sightings to the authorities. The Ector County Sheriff's Office is the point of contact for this alert, but local law enforcement agencies in Montgomery County may also be involved in the search efforts. Magnolia residents can play a crucial role in helping to bring Maverick home safely by staying informed and reporting any relevant information to the authorities. The community's attention to this case can make a difference in the successful recovery of the missing child.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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What is this story about? UPDATE | July 311-year-old Maverick Young has been found, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety. His AMBER Alert has been canceled.ORIGINAL REPORTODESSA, Texas - The Texas Department of Public Safety has issued an AMBER Alert for Maverick Young, an 11-month-old boy reported missing a...
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