Key Takeaways
- Texas DPS issued an AMBER Alert for 15‑year‑old Escarleth Vasquez and her 1‑year‑old son, Alejandro, after they were last seen on May 9 in Converse, TX.
- The pair may be traveling in a red pickup truck; both are described physically and by clothing.
- Escarleth, a Honduran national, recently left foster care with a note urging authorities not to be contacted and asking her belongings be returned to Honduras.
- Alejandro’s father is currently incarcerated, though his location is unknown.
- Initially, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar’s deputies did not deem an AMBER Alert warranted, but further investigation by Child Protective Services supplied sufficient evidence of “grave or immediate danger.”
- The public is urged to call 911 or DPS at 210‑531‑2284 with any information.
On Monday, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) activated an AMBER Alert for a teenage mother and her infant son who were reported missing from Converse, a suburb of San Antonio. According to DPS, 15‑year‑old Escarleth Vasquez and her 1‑year‑old child, Alejandro Vasquez, were last observed at approximately 3 p.m. on May 9 in the 7000 block of Phoenix Path, a residential area situated near Woodlake Parkway. The alert followed a request from the Texas Department of Family Services for assistance locating the pair; after reviewing the available information, DPS agents concluded that the mother and child were in “grave or immediate danger,” justifying the issuance of the statewide alert.
The physical descriptions provided by authorities are detailed to aid in identification. Alejandro Vasquez measures 2 feet, 10 inches tall, possesses black hair and brown eyes. His mother, Escarleth Vasquez—who is originally from Honduras—stands 5 feet, 4 inches tall, also has black hair and brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a black hoodie paired with white sweatpants. Investigators believe the duo may be traveling together in a red pickup truck, though no license plate or further vehicle specifics have been released.
Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar addressed the case during a Tuesday news conference, revealing that Escarleth had recently been under the care of the foster system. Prior to her disappearance, she left a handwritten note that read, “I’m leaving. Don’t call the authorities. Send all my stuff back to Honduras.” The note’s tone and content raised concerns among caseworkers, suggesting she might be attempting to flee the jurisdiction or avoid intervention. Salazar noted that, in the early stages of the investigation, his deputies did not believe the situation met the criteria for an AMBER Alert. However, as Child Protective Services continued to gather information—including witness statements, the note, and the teenager’s recent foster‑care status—they developed enough evidence to indicate that the mother and child faced imminent risk, prompting the DPS to escalate the response.
Additional context provided by the sheriff includes the status of Alejandro’s father, who is currently incarcerated. Salazar stated that he does not know the father’s exact location or facility, adding another layer of complexity to the case. The absence of the child’s other parent may have contributed to the perceived vulnerability of the infant.
Law enforcement is urging anyone who may have seen the pair, the red pickup truck, or who possesses any relevant information to contact emergency services immediately by dialing 911, or to reach the DPS directly at 210‑531‑2284. The AMBER Alert remains active until the teenager and her child are located safely. The case underscores the interplay between foster‑care oversight, familial circumstances, and rapid‑response protocols designed to protect minors believed to be in danger. As the investigation continues, authorities remain hopeful that public vigilance will lead to a swift and safe resolution.