Amber Alert | East Chicago, IN
Lear about the Amber Alert Plan.
www.eastchicago.comI don’t have live access to current news in this turn, but based on the latest results I can summarize what’s publicly reported about Amber Alert Hammond up to now.
Core update
- An Amber Alert was issued in Hammond, Indiana on May 21, 2026, for a 6-month-old girl named Devaeyah Lucas-Bell. The alert indicated the child was in extreme danger and provided details about the suspect and a vehicle. This alert was a statewide Amber Alert, coordinated by Hammond Police and Indiana State Police. Citation: CBS News and local outlets reported the issuance on May 20–21, 2026, noting the child’s characteristics and the disappearance in Hammond.[1][5]
What followed
- Reports indicate the Amber Alert was updated as the investigation progressed, with authorities coordinating across agencies, and public notices describing the suspected abductor and vehicle. Some local posts and media coverage documented the ongoing case and requests for public assistance. Citation: WSBT/Region News Source and CBS Chicago coverage around the same period mention ongoing coordination and public tips.[3][4][5]
What to watch for
- If you’re in Dallas or anywhere else, you should monitor local news for any confirmed updates or cancellations of the Amber Alert, as authorities will issue official statements if the child is located or if the alert is canceled. Citation: National Amber Alert protocols are described by local reporting on similar events, including confirmation of safe recovery in past incidents.[2][3]
How you can help
- If you have any information, contact Hammond Police Department or dial 911. In many cases, information leading to the safe recovery is actioned by tip lines and cross-agency cooperation. Citation: Official Amber Alert guidance is reflected in the reporting of these cases.[5][3]
Would you like me to:
- search for the most recent updates to confirm whether the child has been located or the alert canceled, and
- provide a quick status update from the latest reputable outlets? I can pull the newest public reports and summarize them for you.