A 12-year-old boy, Ryan Davis, has been missing since January 2nd from Chickasha, Oklahoma. His mother, Kimberly Cole, and stepfather, George Cole, have been arrested on child abuse, child sexual abuse, and conspiracy complaints as the search for the boy continues.
Disappearance and Investigation
Ryan Davis, also known as RJ or Ryker, was last seen on January 2nd in Chickasha. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) is involved in the case, describing his disappearance as "suspicious." Police in Chickasha have issued an endangered missing advisory for Ryan.
Arrests and Allegations
Kimberly Cole and George Cole were taken into custody following the state authorities' involvement. OSBI spokesperson Hunter McKee stated that information gathered during conversations indicated "apparent harm done to this child while he was living with these two parents." McKee also confirmed that search warrants were executed prior to the arrests. The specific details of the alleged abuse were not disclosed, pending the filing of official charges, but McKee indicated it was "not a safe environment for him." The parents are currently held in Caddo County Jail, and charges have not yet been formally filed.
Ongoing Search and Appeal
The urgent search for Ryan is ongoing. The OSBI has announced a $5,000 reward for verifiable information leading to Ryan's safe return. The search effort includes drones, K9 units, and multiple law enforcement agencies, focusing on a rural area between Caddo and Grady counties. McKee stated that tips are being followed up, and authorities believe Ryan is currently alive.
Ryan has reportedly gone missing on previous occasions, with the circumstances under investigation. Law enforcement has been in communication with the state's human services department. Chickasha Chief Goebel Music expressed the priority of locating Ryan, ensuring he receives necessary care, and confirming he will not return to the environment.
Ryan was last seen at approximately 11:20 p.m. on January 2nd, on foot at the intersection of Fourth Street and Grand Avenue in Chickasha. He is described as 4 feet 11 inches tall and weighing 85 pounds. He was last observed wearing a red and black plaid shirt, dark jeans, and brown steel-toe boots. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the OSBI tip line at 800-522-8017.