A 10-year-old boy from Wilmer, Texas, Ian Aguilar, is believed to have been kidnapped by his father 38-year-old Juan Aguilar-Cano. And the child was taken to Mexico. 

His father is also a murder suspect in the death of his mother following the alleged abduction by his father.

Wilmer is located about 45 miles East of Fort Worth in Dallas County.

Ian was reported missing on Tuesday, with an Amber Alert issued by law enforcement officials. Police believed the young boy to be in grave danger. His father was also a murder suspect in the death of his mother.

Juan Aguilar-Canto is accused of murdering the child's mother, Zuleika Lopez. The abduction and the homicide took place on Tuesday.

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Taken to Mexico

The Wilmer Police Department made this announcement in a news release on Friday, unveiling a harrowing tale of family tragedy.

The Dallas County Sheriff’s Department has taken charge of the homicide investigation.

Aguilar-Cano's vehicle, suspected to be connected to the crime, was found abandoned in the Houston area. The vehicle that was found is a tan 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe with the Texas license plate KVZ-1194.

The Wilmer Police Department made an announcement in a news release on Friday, that the child had been located in Mexico.

Despite the circumstances, Wilmer police expressed some relief, indicating that they now believe Ian is with family in Mexico. And his father is no longer with the child. 

The investigation, however, remains ongoing, emphasizing the need to verify Ian's safety and well-being.

Ian's sister, Zuri Lopez, said on social media Friday that Ian is a U.S. citizen, autistic, requires a special diet and medications, and needs to be brought home immediately. 

Authorities are also trying to ensure Ian can be reunited with family members in North Texas.  

As authorities intensify efforts to locate Aguilar-Cano, Wilmer police urge anyone with information about Ian’s abduction or the suspect to contact them at 972-441-6565. 

Those with information related to the homicide investigation are encouraged to reach out to the Dallas County Public Information Office at [email protected].