Amber Alert Issued for Abducted 4-Year-Old Boy

Child taken by 'armed and dangerous' man in Monterey, California

Mar. 24, 2026 at 5:48am

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

An Amber Alert has been issued for 4-year-old Corbin Hutchins, who was abducted around 7 p.m. on Monday in Monterey, California by 40-year-old Daniel Hutchens. Authorities describe Hutchens as armed and dangerous.

Why it matters

Amber Alerts are issued when a child is believed to be in grave danger, triggering a coordinated law enforcement response to quickly locate the child and apprehend the suspected abductor. This case raises concerns about child safety and the potential for violence.

The details

According to the California Highway Patrol, Corbin Hutchins is 3 feet tall, weighs 35 pounds, and was last seen wearing a grey hooded shirt and brown pants. Daniel Hutchens is 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighs 200 pounds, and was last seen wearing a grey long-sleeved shirt, grey shorts, black shoes, and a grey baseball hat. Authorities are urging anyone who sees either Corbin or Daniel to call 911 immediately.

  • The abduction occurred around 7 p.m. on Monday, March 24, 2026 in Monterey, California.

The players

Corbin Hutchins

A 4-year-old boy who was abducted in Monterey, California.

Daniel Hutchens

A 40-year-old man who is considered armed and dangerous and is suspected of abducting Corbin Hutchins.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

Law enforcement is actively searching for Corbin Hutchins and Daniel Hutchens, and has issued an Amber Alert to aid in the search.

The takeaway

This abduction highlights the importance of the Amber Alert system in quickly mobilizing resources to locate missing children who may be in grave danger. It also underscores the need for vigilance in the community to report any sightings of the child or suspected abductor.