Amber Alert for Eli Opembe

Eli Opembe (9 years old)

Last seen Sep 1, 2018, in Lewis Center, OH

Vehicle:

  • 2010 Nissan Altima, Blue
    Connecticut license plate #AB68371

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An Amber Alert has been issued by the Columbus Police Dept statewide.
Information as of: September 7, 2018, at 8:40 PM
Be on the lookout for an abducted child. On September 1, 2018, at 6:00 PM, child was taken by non-custodial mother.
The incident took place in Franklin County, OH on 346 Carrington Ridge Drive in the city of Lewis Center 43035.
The child’s name is Eli Opembe and the individual is missing. The child is a Black male, age 9, is 410 tall, weighs 35, and has black hair and brown eyes. Last seen wearing unknown clothing.
The suspect’s name is Verona Thomas. The suspect is a Black female, age 38, is 510 tall, and has brown eyes. Last seen wearing unknown clothing description.
The vehicle involved is a blue 2010 Nissan Altima with CT plate number AB68371.
Call or dial 911 if you see the child, the suspect or the vehicle. You can also call 1-877-AMBER-OH (1-877-262-3764) or 911 to be transferred directly to the investigating law enforcement agency or to hear the alert information.
To view photographs, visit the Ohio Amber Alert website at: http://OhioAmberPlan.org

If you have information, contact:

Columbus Police Department

Missing child

Eli Opembe

  • Age now: 9 years old
  • Sex: Male
  • Skin: Black
  • Hair: Black
  • Eyes: Brown
  • Height: 4’10”
  • Weight: 35 lbs
  • Description: ***Last seen wearing unknown clothing.

Suspect

Verona Thomas

  • Age now: 38 years old
  • Sex: Female
  • Skin: Black
  • Eyes: Brown
  • Height: 5’10”
  • Description: ***Last seen wearing unknown clothing description.