A search for two missing Louisiana children has tragically ended. U.S. Marshals in Mississippi arrested Daniel Callahan in Jackson, in connection with a homicide, and a Louisiana Amber Alert was issued Thursday. According to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office, Callahan led authorities to his car, where 6-year-old Jalie Brunett was found alive. He then led officers to the body of 4-year-old Erin Brunett.
Callahan and the girl’s mother, Callie Brunett, were in a relationship, according to Sheriff Daniel Edwards. It is believed that Callahan killed Brunett, according to Edwards. Callahan was found after a suspicious person report was made in Jackson. A brief chase with Callahan led to his arrest.
Amber Alert Issued
Around 12:20 p.m. on Thursday, the Louisiana State Police released an Amber Alert, stressing the seriousness of the situation and the kids’ impending peril, according to the website. This was prior to the females’ capture. “It’s a senseless tragedy,” Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Chief Jimmy Travis told reporters.
Background on Daniel Callahan
Daniel Callahan was romantically involved with Callie Brunett, the mother of the girls. Sheriff Daniel Edwards stated that the theory is that Callahan killed Callie Brunett. Investigations are still ongoing to determine the reason for the death and subsequent kidnapping.
The series of events culminating in Callahan’s apprehension was verified by Sheriff Edwards. “Callahan led authorities to his car, where six-year-old Jalie Brunett was discovered alive,” the speaker said. He then directed the police to Erin Brunnett’s corpse, who was 4 years old.”
