At a Glance
- A 15-year-old was kidnapped on Christmas Day in Houston’s Porter suburb.
- Her father used phone parental controls to locate her and a partially nude 23-year-old suspect.
- The suspect, Giovanni Rosales Espinoza, was charged with aggravated kidnapping and indecency with a child.
- Why it matters: The case underscores the importance of parental controls and the dangers of abductions.
The incident unfolded on Christmas Day when a 15-year-old girl vanished after a walk with her dog. Her father used his phone’s parental controls to trace her location, leading him to a secluded area in Harris County. He found her, her dog, and a partially nude 23-year-old man in a pickup truck.
- The father tracked the phone using parental controls.
- He located the pickup truck two miles from Porter.
- The suspect was found partially nude inside the vehicle.
Law Enforcement Response
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office officials said the suspect, Giovanni Rosales Espinoza, was taken into custody without incident. He faces charges of aggravated kidnapping and indecency with a child, and remains in the Montgomery County Jail with no bond.
*Sheriff Wesley Doolittle* said:
> “Christmas is a day meant for joy, but this man chose to shatter that joy by targeting a child. I am incredibly proud of our deputies and detectives who worked tirelessly to ensure this dangerous predator was swiftly apprehended and is now off our streets.”
> “Rest assured that your Sheriff’s Office remains vigilant every hour of every day to keep your families safe,” he added.
Key Takeaways
- Parental controls can be a lifesaver in locating missing children.
- The suspect was a partially nude 23-year-old charged with aggravated kidnapping.
- Law enforcement acted swiftly, keeping the suspect in jail without bond.
The case highlights how technology and quick action can protect families from potential threats.
