Amber Alert Active for Missing 5-Year-Old Girl After Mother Found Dead in West Adams

An Amber Alert remains active in Los Angeles County following the discovery of a deceased woman inside a West Adams home, in an incident authorities are now investigating as a homicide. Sources have confirmed that the victim is the mother of 5-year-old Daleza Fregoso, who is believed to have been abducted by her father.

The California Highway Patrol activated the Amber Alert on Monday evening. Investigators have named 40-year-old Ruben Fregoso, the child's father, as the suspect in both the kidnapping and the homicide. The pair was last seen at approximately 4 a.m. on May 24, 2026, near Alsace Avenue and Ferndale Street in Los Angeles.

Daleza is described as 3 feet tall, weighing 45 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Officials believe she and Ruben Fregoso may be traveling in a white 2019 Land Rover Discovery with California license plate 9DAW715.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who spots the vehicle or has information regarding their whereabouts is urged by law enforcement to call 911 or contact local authorities immediately.