Charity Walters Creese: The woman behind the amber alert for a missing Jasper O’Ryan Creese in North Carolina

An amber alert has been issued for a missing 3-year-old boy from Albemarle, North Carolina, who is believed to be with a woman named Charity Walters Creese. The Stanly County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Jasper O’Ryan Creese and his alleged abductor.

What we know about the missing child and the suspect

According to the amber alert, Jasper O’Ryan Creese is a white male, approximately 3 feet tall, weighing 27 pounds. He has blonde hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a blue shirt with a dinosaur on it, blue jeans, and black shoes.

The boy is believed to be with Charity Walters Creese, a 33-year-old white woman, who is described as 5 feet 2 inches tall, and weighing 195 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes. She may go by the alias Charity Walters.

The sheriff’s office said Creese left her home in Albemarle with the child and is traveling in a dark gray 2011 Acura RDX with NC license plate number 6540SB. The vehicle reportedly has anime stickers on the back, a peace sign, and a “Save the Honey Bees” sticker. The direction of travel is unknown.

The relationship between the missing child and the woman is not clear, but some sources have reported that she is his aunt. The sheriff’s office did not say why they believe the child is in danger or what the motive for the abduction might be.

How to help find them

Anyone who sees Jasper O’Ryan Creese, Charity Walters Creese, or the vehicle they are traveling in is urged to call 911 or the Stanly County Sheriff’s Office immediately. The public can also call *HP from their cell phones to reach the North Carolina Highway Patrol.

The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has also issued an alert for the missing child and has posted his photo and information on their website.

The amber alert was issued on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at 1:40 p.m. and remains active as of Thursday, October 19, 2023. The sheriff’s office said they are working with local, state, and federal agencies to find the child and the suspect as soon as possible.

What is an amber alert and how does it work?

An amber alert is a system that broadcasts information about a missing child who is believed to be abducted and in imminent danger. The system was named after Amber Hagerman, a 9-year-old girl who was kidnapped and murdered in Texas in 1996.

The system uses radio, television, highway signs, cell phones, and other media to alert the public about the missing child and the suspect. The system also coordinates with law enforcement agencies across different jurisdictions to track down leads and locate the child and the suspect.

To activate an amber alert in North Carolina, four criteria must be met:

• The child must be 17 years old or younger
• The child must be abducted
• The child must be in danger of serious injury or death
• There must be enough descriptive information about the child, the suspect, or the vehicle to assist in the recovery

The decision to issue an amber alert is made by local law enforcement agencies in consultation with the North Carolina Center for Missing Persons (NCCMP), which is part of the State Highway Patrol. The NCCMP then notifies NCMEC and other media outlets to broadcast the alert.

According to NCMEC, amber alerts have helped recover more than 1,000 children nationwide since 1996. However, not all cases of missing children qualify for an amber alert. For example, cases of runaways or parental abductions may not meet the criteria for an amber alert unless there is evidence of imminent danger.

Why you should care about this case

The case of Jasper O’Ryan Creese and Charity Walters Creese is not just another news story. It is a matter of life and death for a young child who may be in harm’s way. It is also a matter of justice for his family and community who are worried sick about his whereabouts.

By paying attention to this case and sharing information about it, you can help make a difference. You can help spread awareness about the missing child and the suspect. You can help generate tips and leads for law enforcement agencies. You can help bring Jasper O’Ryan Creese home safely and hold Charity Walters Creese accountable for her actions.

You can also help prevent future cases of child abduction by being vigilant and alert. You can educate yourself and others about the signs and risks of child abduction. You can report any suspicious activity or behavior to the authorities. You can support organizations and initiatives that work to protect children from exploitation and violence.

Child abduction is a serious and tragic crime that affects thousands of children and families every year. It is not something that we can ignore or dismiss. It is something that we can fight against and stop. It is something that we can care about and act on.