Woman Apprehended in Dothan, Alabama, Wanted for Florida Child Kidnapping
Authorities in Dothan, Alabama, apprehended a woman wanted for kidnapping a child from Florida. The suspect, Jenay Dominique Burns, was located using Flock cameras and drones, which helped track her vehicle to Alabama. The child was safely recovered.
Portland, OR, July 30, 2026 —
DOTHAN, AL – Authorities in Dothan, Alabama, have apprehended a woman sought in connection with the kidnapping of a child from Florida. The suspect has been identified as Jenay Dominique Burns.
The apprehension followed an extensive search effort that utilized advanced technology. Flock cameras and drones were instrumental in tracking Burns’ vehicle, ultimately leading law enforcement to her location in Alabama. Details regarding the specific timeline of the search and apprehension were not immediately available.
The primary objective of the operation was the safe recovery of the kidnapped child. Officials confirmed that the child was located and has been safely recovered. No further information was provided regarding the child’s condition or immediate plans.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the kidnapping is ongoing. Information pertaining to the charges Jenay Dominique Burns will face, or any potential extradition process back to Florida, was not disclosed at the time of this report.
Story summarized from the original created by Ken Curtis, Gray News staff on www.kptv.com, see more information here.
