Three abducted children found at Indiana hotel

INDIANA — Three children abducted by their father early Wednesday morning have been safely located, according to Richmond police.

Officers responded to the Quality Inn & Suites on National Road East around 1:26 a.m. after reports that 37-year-old Donovan Simmons, Sr. had taken his three children and left in a black Dodge Ram.

Authorities quickly issued an alert, and the vehicle was later found by the Seymour Police Department.

The children were safely recovered at approximately 2:53 a.m., and Simmons was taken into custody.

The children have since been reunited with their mother.

Richmond Police Chief Kyle Weatherly commended the officers involved, highlighting their quick response and coordination with Seymour police.

“This incident could have had a tragic ending, but because of the dedication, skill, and relentless pursuit of justice from Sergeant Haskett and his team, three innocent children are now safe,” Weatherly said. “Their actions exemplify what it means to serve and protect.”