Avondale Police Recognize 9 Men Who Rescued Toddler from Suspected Kidnapping

Kehlani Rogers, 2, was found safe a day after an AMBER Alert was issued for her disappearance.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Avondale Police Department has recognized nine men who played a crucial role in the rescue of a 2-year-old girl, Kehlani Rogers, who was the victim of a suspected kidnapping. Kehlani went missing from her home on February 20, 2026, prompting an AMBER Alert. A day later, she was spotted at a QuikTrip in Phoenix by a Camelback Moving employee, who alerted the authorities.

Why it matters

The successful rescue of Kehlani highlights the importance of community vigilance and the effectiveness of the AMBER Alert system in quickly mobilizing the public to assist in locating missing children. The recognition of the nine men who took action demonstrates the power of ordinary citizens to make a difference in critical situations.

The details

Surveillance video shared by the Avondale Police Department showed a woman pushing a child in a stroller, believed to be Kehlani Rogers. The Camelback Moving employee who spotted Kehlani at the QuikTrip immediately notified the police, leading to her safe recovery.

  • Kehlani Rogers went missing from her home on February 20, 2026.
  • An AMBER Alert was issued for Kehlani on February 21, 2026.
  • Kehlani was spotted and rescued at a QuikTrip in Phoenix on February 22, 2026.

The players

Kehlani Rogers

A 2-year-old girl who was the victim of a suspected kidnapping in Avondale, Arizona.

Camelback Moving

A moving company whose employee, Kevin Kimes, spotted Kehlani Rogers and alerted the authorities.

Avondale Police Department

The law enforcement agency that recognized the nine men who played a role in Kehlani's rescue.

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What they’re saying

“Oh my god that's her,”

— Camelback Moving employee (Avondale Police Department)

What’s next

The Avondale Police Department will continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Kehlani's disappearance and the suspected kidnapping.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of community vigilance and the effectiveness of the AMBER Alert system in quickly mobilizing the public to assist in locating missing children. The recognition of the nine men who took action demonstrates the power of ordinary citizens to make a difference in critical situations.