Amber Alert Texas: 1-year-old Jamar Ross of Tyler missing since July 14

The child may be with Tarhondia Jackson, a Texas DPS bulletin read.

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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TYLER, Texas (KTRK) -- Law enforcement across Texas activated an Amber Alert on Tuesday for a small child who has already gone missing for four days and counting.



An urgent notice was sent to mobile devices regarding 1-year-old Jamar Ross, whom the Texas Department of Public Safety said was last seen in Tyler, Texas, at 1:34 p.m. on Friday, July 14.



Authorities believe the child is with 26-year-old Tarhondia Jackson. Their relationship was not immediately disclosed.



Texas DPS gave the following descriptions for little Jamar and Jackson:



Jamar Ross, left, went missing on July 14, 2023. Texas DPS believe he may be with Tarhondia Jackson.


Abducted child: Jamar Ross



  • Age: 1 year old
  • Race: Black
  • Eyes: Brown
  • Hair: Black
  • Weight: 45 lbs.
  • Height: 2 feet 8 inches
  • Gender: Male


Suspect: Tarhondia Jackson


  • Age: 26 years old
  • Race: Black
  • Eyes: Brown
  • Hair: Black
  • Weight: 200 lbs.
  • Height: 6 feet 2 inches
  • Gender: Female


Anyone with information on Jamar's whereabouts is urged to call the Tyler Police Department at 903-531-1000.

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