AMBER Alert Canceled: 2-Year-Vintage Alianna Bernardez Ocampo Found Safe in Texas

AUSTIN, Texas — The AMBER Alert issued for 2-year-old Alianna Bernardez Ocampo, who went missing in Austin on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, has been canceled after she was found safe in El Campo, Texas, approximately two hours southeast of Austin. Police have confirmed the arrest of Kermith Josue Zapata-Bernardez, 25, in connection with the case.

Details of the Disappearance and Recovery

Authorities initially issued the AMBER Alert for Alianna, described as a 2-year-old Hispanic female with brown eyes and black hair. She was last seen at 1:39 p.m. Near the 1900 block of Willow Creek Drive, wearing a white t-shirt.

The Austin Police Department confirmed Alianna was located in El Campo. Details surrounding the circumstances of the abduction and how the child was found have not yet been released to the public.

Suspect Information

Kermith Josue Zapata-Bernardez, 25, has been taken into custody. He is described as a Hispanic male, 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing approximately 170 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Investigators had previously indicated he may have been driving a white 2022 Hyundai Venue with Texas license plate SWY9599, which had damage on the front left panel.

Additional Information

The case occurred alongside the recent exoneration and release of Carmen Mejia after 22 years in prison, a separate but notable event reported by local news outlets.

This is a developing story and further details will be provided as they become available.