Amber Alert: Utah Custody Dispute Starts Urgent Search For Two Toddlers

A search is underway in Utah for two toddlers, and their mom, Lizzie Tomich is naturally frantic as she and her husband, Dane Richman were engaged in a custody dispute.

It’s believed by officials involved, that the kids were taken by their father. Presently, there’s an Amber Alert, and it seems the police take it very seriously. Read on to find out more.

A Suspect Identified

The Utah Department of Public Safety issued the alert for 10-month-old Wesley Richman and his older brother. His brother, Will Richman, isn’t quite two years old. So, it’s very concerning for the family.

On NewsNation on May 26, Laura Ingle explained that the police already charged their dad, Dane Richman, with two counts of custodial interference, a third-degree felony.

The worrying part, is that some folks believe the boys could be in danger. Furthermore, investigators follow the angle that the suspect might have already left the state.

The Disappearance

The children’s mom, Lizzie flew into Utah for a scheduled deposition, only to find her ex-husband and the children gone.

Police learned that Richman fired his attorney, moved out of his home, and sold off his belongings before disappearing.

Authorities say he might be traveling in “a black 2025 Toyota Camry with the license plate A561HL.”

Laura asked everyone watching to keep an eye out for it. She also mentioned that the situation seems alarming because Richman allegedly suffers from “depression” and battles with finances.

Meanwhile, an update from FOX 13 noted that “police have now said they believe he was in the San Diego area last Tuesday and has since crossed over the U.S.-Mexico border.”

An Emotional Plea

When Lizzie Tomich spoke with Laura Ingle she pleaded for the return of little Wesley and Will. She also spoke directly to Dane Richman, hoping that somehow, he might hear the discussion.

Despite her obvious distress, she didn’t threaten Dane, and said, “There are so many people that still love and care about you.”

Then she asked him “Just please take the boys somewhere safe…take them to a hospital or a fire station and just surrender.”

Viewers React

True crime followers felt terrible for the family, and they hope that no harm comes to the kids or her ex. But there’s some anger about as well.

One person opined, “Custody disputes are so scary. Children and primary Custodial parent in high risk dangers.”

Here are a few more comments from the discussion:

• Please please let those beautiful children go…..We all understand that times are hard and we forgive you just take a breath, hug them be so careful with those babies.. please please please.
• There’s something in the water in UTAH. Good grief. This is horrific.
• I hope the fact he sold his stuff says he just took them to live somewhere else. Praying they are safe.

What are your thoughts? Do you think the appeal from Lizzie Tomich will persuade Dane Richman to return the kids and turn himself in?

We will be keeping track on this story and other true crime news, so check back here often for all your updates.