Couple Arrested for Disappearing Baby | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 29, 2026 · 1m

A chilling year-long investigation into a missing infant has led to the arrest of a young couple in North Carolina, accused of faking a pregnancy to extort money — and then vanishing with their newborn. Authorities uncovered damning evidence: photos of the baby appearing malnourished and unwell, blood-stained baby items, and texts confirming the child’s existence — all while the couple claimed the whole thing was a hoax. Now charged with aggravated manslaughter and tampering with evidence, they fled to North Carolina before being caught — showcasing how cross-state cooperation can bring…