Alaska State Troopers have launched a major interstate manhunt for a 34-year-old Texan man, suspected of the serious crime of kidnapping a minor. The suspect, identified as Timothy Heath from Arlington, Texas, is believed to be travelling with the child across the continent.
The alarming situation began in the remote Alaskan community of Tok, located over 200 miles northeast of Anchorage. From there, the suspect embarked on a lengthy southbound journey, with authorities confirming his vehicle was last tracked crossing from Alaska into Canada's Yukon territory.
Nationwide Alert and Vehicle Details
In response, the Alaska State Troopers have disseminated an urgent bulletin to law enforcement agencies across the United States and Canada. The suspect is thought to be operating a white 2013 Ford F-150. The vehicle's distinctive features include a black lumber rack and a Texas licence plate, number SLZ0998.
Heath is described as a white male, approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing around 170 pounds. He has brown hair and hazel eyes. The child accompanying him has not been named by authorities to protect their identity.
Appeal for Public Vigilance
While the exact current whereabouts of the suspect and child are unknown, the scale of the search suggests they could be anywhere along the vast route through Canada and into the contiguous United States. Troopers have specifically mentioned the states of Kentucky and Texas as potential destinations, given the suspect's connections.
The public, particularly those along the Alaska-Canada highway and in the northern US states, are urged to remain extremely vigilant. The authorities have stressed that under no circumstances should individuals approach the suspect or his vehicle. Instead, any sightings should be reported immediately to local law enforcement or by calling the Alaska State Troopers at 907-451-5100.
