Authorities in California are searching for two 9-year-old children who investigators say were abducted by their father, David Sukonick, on Thursday. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has issued a public appeal for help locating Solomon and Marozhina Sukonick, who were last seen around 8 p.m. near the 1000 block of West Avenue J-8 in Lancaster. The sheriff's department expressed concern for the children's well-being and urged anyone with information to come forward.
Core Facts and Immediate Action
The children were last seen traveling in a black 2011 Lincoln Town Car with California license plate SOLOYST. Marozhina Sukonick is described as a 9-year-old White girl, 4 feet 4 inches tall, with brown hair and brown eyes, last seen wearing pink shorts and a white shirt. Solomon Sukonick, also 9, is described as a white boy of the same height and weight, with brown hair and brown eyes, last seen wearing blue shorts and an unknown-colored shirt. David Sukonick, the suspect, is a 71-year-old white man, 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing about 135 pounds, with brown hair and green eyes.
Deeper Dive and Context
The sheriff's department emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating there is 'concern for their well-being.' Investigators have not provided additional details about the circumstances surrounding the abduction or the relationship between the father and the children. The public is asked to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department at 661-940-3855 with any information.
The case has drawn attention due to its similarities to other high-profile abduction cases, though authorities have not confirmed any connections. The focus remains on locating the children and ensuring their safety.