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Monday, May 12, 2025

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AMBER ALERT: Denton police looking for son of murdered mother

RicardoDENTON, Texas — Denton police issued an Amber Alert Saturday night for four-year-old Ricardo Alekzander Lara after his mother was murdered. Law enforcement officials believe Ricardo is in grave or immediate danger.

Police were seeking 23-year-old Ricardo Lara Martinez in connection with the child’s disappearance. He is also a suspect in the woman’s death. Martinez is described as a white male with brown hair and brown eyes; he’s 5′-5″ tall and weighs 150 lbs. Police did not say what he was wearing.

The child is three feet tall, weighs 55 lbs. and has brown hair and brown eyes. No clothing description was available.

If you have any information about the missing child or the adult in this case, contact Denton police or call 911.