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Amber Alert issued for missing 11-month-old boy last seen in NW Harris County
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Christian Terry , KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 24, 2026
· 1 min read
An Amber Alert has been issued for a missing 11-month-old boy last seen in northwest Harris County on July 17. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says Sabastian Jones was last seen in the 5200 block of FM 1960 West on July 17. The sheriff’s office says Sabastian may be with his mother, 25-year-ol...
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Key takeaway The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says Sabastian Jones was last seen in the 5200 block of FM 1960 West on July 17.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The issuance of an Amber Alert for 11-month-old Sabastian Jones puts a spotlight on the complexities of parental custody disputes in Harris County. As the Harris County Sheriff's Office works to locate Sabastian and his mother, Alena Thornton, residents in northwest Harris County, particularly those in the vicinity of FM 1960 West, are urged to remain vigilant and report any information that may aid in the case. The fact that Thornton has had contact with her family suggests that she may still be in the area, making local awareness and cooperation crucial in bringing Sabastian home safely. With the sheriff's office seeking to locate Thornton, who was last seen wearing a green shirt, community members can play a vital role in helping to resolve this custody dispute and ensuring the well-being of the young child at its center.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? An Amber Alert has been issued for a missing 11-month-old boy last seen in northwest Harris County on July 17. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office says Sabastian Jones was last seen in the 5200 block of FM 1960 West on July 17. The sheriff’s office says Sabastian may be with his mother, 25-year-ol...
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