Topline: The investigation revealed that a non-custodial parent allegedly abducted her son from Atlanta, Georgia, in November 2017.
Published: March 6, 2025 7:30 am ET
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Rabia Khalid, left, Abdul Aziz Khan, center, and Elliot Blake Bourgeois. (via Douglas County Sheriff's Office)
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO — Authorities reportedly found a boy in Colorado who had been missing for over seven years.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the U.S. Marshals Service, the Kenner (Louisiana) Police Department, and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children announced the recovery of 14-year-old Abdul Aziz Khan, who had been missing since November 2017.
Khan was successfully located and recovered thanks to the “sharp instincts and diligent work” of Douglas County Sheriff’s deputies responding to a trespass call.
At approximately 3:37 p.m. on February 23, 2025, Douglas County deputies were dispatched to a home on Kelliwood Way in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, to investigate a burglary in progress. Two individuals allegedly illegally entered the property, which was vacant and listed for sale.
Police say the homeowner, monitoring security cameras, observed the suspicious activity and immediately alerted authorities. Deputies arrived on the scene and made contact with two children in a vehicle parked in the driveway.
Shortly thereafter, a male and female exited the house, claiming to be associated with a realtor. Their story began to unravel as the deputies and dispatchers worked for four hours to verify their identities.
The female was finally identified as 40-year-old Rabia Khalid, who had an active warrant for kidnapping.
Continued research verified the older child on scene was the victim of the kidnapping and is currently 14-years-old.
The investigation revealed that on November 27, 2017, Khalid, as a non-custodial parent, allegedly abducted her son, Aziz, from Atlanta, Georgia. Khalid was charged with felony kidnapping, and a warrant was issued for her arrest.
The U.S. Marshals Service became involved in the investigation to locate Khalid and Aziz.
Khalid and 42-year-old Elliot Blake Bourgeois were arrested and booked into the Douglas County Jail on charges including Second Degree Kidnapping, Forgery, Identity Theft, Providing False Information to Authorities, and Trespassing. Bond was set at $1 million each.
The children were taken into protective custody. The identity of the younger child is not being released at this time. Decisions about where the children will be placed are made by the Court.
The family of Abdul Aziz Khan issued a statement thanking everyone for their support over the last seven years.
“We specifically want to recognize the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office for their exceptional work in solving this case. Now, as we navigate the next steps, we ask for privacy so that we can move forward as a family and heal together.”
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO — Authorities reportedly found a boy in Colorado who had been missing for over seven years.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the U.S. Marshals Service, the Kenner (Louisiana) Police Department, and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children announced the recovery of 14-year-old Abdul Aziz Khan, who had been missing since November 2017.
Khan was successfully located and recovered thanks to the “sharp instincts and diligent work” of Douglas County Sheriff’s deputies responding to a trespass call.
At approximately 3:37 p.m. on February 23, 2025, Douglas County deputies were dispatched to a home on Kelliwood Way in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, to investigate a burglary in progress. Two individuals allegedly illegally entered the property, which was vacant and listed for sale.
Police say the homeowner, monitoring security cameras, observed the suspicious activity and immediately alerted authorities. Deputies arrived on the scene and made contact with two children in a vehicle parked in the driveway.
Shortly thereafter, a male and female exited the house, claiming to be associated with a realtor. Their story began to unravel as the deputies and dispatchers worked for four hours to verify their identities.
The female was finally identified as 40-year-old Rabia Khalid, who had an active warrant for kidnapping.
Continued research verified the older child on scene was the victim of the kidnapping and is currently 14-years-old.
The investigation revealed that on November 27, 2017, Khalid, as a non-custodial parent, allegedly abducted her son, Aziz, from Atlanta, Georgia. Khalid was charged with felony kidnapping, and a warrant was issued for her arrest.
The U.S. Marshals Service became involved in the investigation to locate Khalid and Aziz.
Khalid and 42-year-old Elliot Blake Bourgeois were arrested and booked into the Douglas County Jail on charges including Second Degree Kidnapping, Forgery, Identity Theft, Providing False Information to Authorities, and Trespassing. Bond was set at $1 million each.
The children were taken into protective custody. The identity of the younger child is not being released at this time. Decisions about where the children will be placed are made by the Court.
The family of Abdul Aziz Khan issued a statement thanking everyone for their support over the last seven years.
“We specifically want to recognize the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office for their exceptional work in solving this case. Now, as we navigate the next steps, we ask for privacy so that we can move forward as a family and heal together.”
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Rabia Khalid, left, Abdul Aziz Khan, center, and Elliot Blake Bourgeois. (via Douglas County Sheriff's Office)
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO — Authorities reportedly found a boy in Colorado who had been missing for over seven years.
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the U.S. Marshals Service, the Kenner (Louisiana) Police Department, and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children announced the recovery of 14-year-old Abdul Aziz Khan, who had been missing since November 2017.
Khan was successfully located and recovered thanks to the “sharp instincts and diligent work” of Douglas County Sheriff’s deputies responding to a trespass call.
At approximately 3:37 p.m. on February 23, 2025, Douglas County deputies were dispatched to a home on Kelliwood Way in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, to investigate a burglary in progress. Two individuals allegedly illegally entered the property, which was vacant and listed for sale.
Police say the homeowner, monitoring security cameras, observed the suspicious activity and immediately alerted authorities. Deputies arrived on the scene and made contact with two children in a vehicle parked in the driveway.
Shortly thereafter, a male and female exited the house, claiming to be associated with a realtor. Their story began to unravel as the deputies and dispatchers worked for four hours to verify their identities.
The female was finally identified as 40-year-old Rabia Khalid, who had an active warrant for kidnapping.
Continued research verified the older child on scene was the victim of the kidnapping and is currently 14-years-old.
The investigation revealed that on November 27, 2017, Khalid, as a non-custodial parent, allegedly abducted her son, Aziz, from Atlanta, Georgia. Khalid was charged with felony kidnapping, and a warrant was issued for her arrest.
The U.S. Marshals Service became involved in the investigation to locate Khalid and Aziz.
Khalid and 42-year-old Elliot Blake Bourgeois were arrested and booked into the Douglas County Jail on charges including Second Degree Kidnapping, Forgery, Identity Theft, Providing False Information to Authorities, and Trespassing. Bond was set at $1 million each.
The children were taken into protective custody. The identity of the younger child is not being released at this time. Decisions about where the children will be placed are made by the Court.
The family of Abdul Aziz Khan issued a statement thanking everyone for their support over the last seven years.
“We specifically want to recognize the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office for their exceptional work in solving this case. Now, as we navigate the next steps, we ask for privacy so that we can move forward as a family and heal together.”
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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