Missing 7-Year-Old Arizona Girl Taken by Father

Authorities believe Acacia Dickison may be in the Camp Verde or Phoenix area with her father, Douglas Levi Dickison.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 12:56am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a small, worn stuffed animal against a pitch-black background, dramatically lit by a harsh camera flash to create a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.The search for a missing 7-year-old girl in Arizona exposes the harsh realities of custody disputes and the critical role the public plays in locating vulnerable children.Phoenix Today

A 7-year-old girl named Acacia Dickison has gone missing from her home in Camp Verde, Arizona. Authorities say Acacia was illegally taken by her father, Douglas Levi Dickison, who does not have custody. Police believe the pair may be in the Camp Verde or Phoenix area, and are asking the public to report any sightings of Acacia.

Why it matters

Child abductions are extremely serious cases that require immediate action to locate the missing child and ensure their safety. This incident raises concerns about custody disputes and the potential risks to children caught in the middle.

The details

According to the Camp Verde Marshal's Office, Acacia Dickison was last seen on Tuesday at a home in a neighborhood south of Highway 260 and Forest Road 618. Acacia is described as 4 feet tall, 60 pounds, with red hair and green eyes. Her father, Douglas Levi Dickison, does not have custody and is believed to have taken her without lawful authority. Authorities think the pair may be driving a 2014 dark-colored Honda Accord with an Arizona license plate DOA4C3.

  • Acacia Dickison was last seen on Tuesday at her home in Camp Verde.

The players

Acacia Dickison

A 7-year-old girl who has gone missing from her home in Camp Verde, Arizona.

Douglas Levi Dickison

Acacia's father, who does not have custody and is believed to have illegally taken her from her home.

Camp Verde Marshal's Office

The law enforcement agency investigating Acacia's disappearance and asking the public for help in locating her.

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What’s next

Authorities are asking anyone who sees Acacia or her father to immediately contact the Camp Verde Marshal's Office at 928-554-8332 or their local law enforcement.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of following proper legal procedures in custody disputes to protect the wellbeing of children. The public's vigilance and cooperation with authorities is crucial in locating missing children and ensuring their safe return.