Topline: Investigators took car belonging to the father of 7-month-old Emmanuel Haro as they follow up on leads and inconsistencies in the case.
Published: August 22, 2025 4:56 pm ET
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From left, Rebecca Haro, center inset Emmanuel Haro, right Jake Haro (via KLTA; San Bernardino County Sheriff)
YUCAIPA, CA — Authorities seized a vehicle belonging to the father of a seven-month-old boy who went missing on August 14 as they investigate inconsistencies in the case.
According to USA TODAY, the investigation has increasingly focused on the family of the missing child, Emmanuel Haro. On August 19, police investigators collected a car belonging to the boy’s father, Jake Haro.
Mara Rodriguez, a public information officer for the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (SBCSD), confirmed that the vehicle was “collected for evidence processing.”
Emmanuel Haro was reported missing on Aug. 14. His mother, Rebecca Haro, told police the baby was taken from the parking lot of a retail store in Yucaipa. She told authorities that she was changing her son’s diaper in her car when a man attacked her from behind, knocking her unconscious. When she regained consciousness, her son was gone.
Rebecca Haro later spoke to local news outlets KTLA and KCAL after the incident. She appeared with a black eye, which she said she received during the assault. She told reporters that she was taking her son out of his car seat and had his diapers ready when she heard a man say, “Hola.” She said she remembered nothing after that moment until she regained consciousness.
However, the SBCSD has pointed to issues with the mother’s story. In a statement, officials said that Rebecca Haro was confronted with “inconsistencies” during interviews. She then chose to stop talking to detectives.
While the sheriff’s department has not ruled out foul play or named any person a suspect, they are following all leads and tips.
Jake Haro, the baby’s father, has hired an attorney. Despite this, law enforcement stated they would “welcome their cooperation as we continue efforts to locate Emmanuel.”
The search for Emmanuel has been broad and intense. Investigators have conducted searches in Yucaipa, where the baby was last seen, and in Cabazon where the Haro family lives.
Authorities told KTLA that an Amber Alert was not issued for the case because it did not meet the criteria, as there was no description of the suspect or a vehicle.
Police have used sniffer dogs to help in their search efforts. They’ve reviewed surveillance video from local businesses and searched the Haro family’s home.
On Aug. 20, investigators said they received a report of a possible sighting of the baby in Kern County, a large area about 180 miles north of where he was last seen.
Investigators immediately followed up on the tip. However, in an update later that day, the SBCSD confirmed that Emmanuel had not been located.
Unease grew as it was revealed that Jake Haro was convicted of felony willful child cruelty in June 2023 for a 2018 incident. According to The Orange County Register, he was jailed for 180 days and remained on probation for the crime.
As the search continues, police are asking for the public’s help. Emmanuel Haro is a seven-month-old boy with brown hair and brown eyes. He is about 24 inches tall and is cross-eyed. He was last seen wearing a black Nike onesie.
Anyone who has information about his disappearance should call the SBCSD Sheriff’s Dispatch at 909-387-3545. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to wetip.com.
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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From left, Rebecca Haro, center inset Emmanuel Haro, right Jake Haro (via KLTA; San Bernardino County Sheriff)
YUCAIPA, CA — Authorities seized a vehicle belonging to the father of a seven-month-old boy who went missing on August 14 as they investigate inconsistencies in the case.
According to USA TODAY, the investigation has increasingly focused on the family of the missing child, Emmanuel Haro. On August 19, police investigators collected a car belonging to the boy’s father, Jake Haro.
Mara Rodriguez, a public information officer for the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (SBCSD), confirmed that the vehicle was “collected for evidence processing.”
Emmanuel Haro was reported missing on Aug. 14. His mother, Rebecca Haro, told police the baby was taken from the parking lot of a retail store in Yucaipa. She told authorities that she was changing her son’s diaper in her car when a man attacked her from behind, knocking her unconscious. When she regained consciousness, her son was gone.
Rebecca Haro later spoke to local news outlets KTLA and KCAL after the incident. She appeared with a black eye, which she said she received during the assault. She told reporters that she was taking her son out of his car seat and had his diapers ready when she heard a man say, “Hola.” She said she remembered nothing after that moment until she regained consciousness.
However, the SBCSD has pointed to issues with the mother’s story. In a statement, officials said that Rebecca Haro was confronted with “inconsistencies” during interviews. She then chose to stop talking to detectives.
While the sheriff’s department has not ruled out foul play or named any person a suspect, they are following all leads and tips.
Jake Haro, the baby’s father, has hired an attorney. Despite this, law enforcement stated they would “welcome their cooperation as we continue efforts to locate Emmanuel.”
The search for Emmanuel has been broad and intense. Investigators have conducted searches in Yucaipa, where the baby was last seen, and in Cabazon where the Haro family lives.
Authorities told KTLA that an Amber Alert was not issued for the case because it did not meet the criteria, as there was no description of the suspect or a vehicle.
Police have used sniffer dogs to help in their search efforts. They’ve reviewed surveillance video from local businesses and searched the Haro family’s home.
On Aug. 20, investigators said they received a report of a possible sighting of the baby in Kern County, a large area about 180 miles north of where he was last seen.
Investigators immediately followed up on the tip. However, in an update later that day, the SBCSD confirmed that Emmanuel had not been located.
Unease grew as it was revealed that Jake Haro was convicted of felony willful child cruelty in June 2023 for a 2018 incident. According to The Orange County Register, he was jailed for 180 days and remained on probation for the crime.
As the search continues, police are asking for the public’s help. Emmanuel Haro is a seven-month-old boy with brown hair and brown eyes. He is about 24 inches tall and is cross-eyed. He was last seen wearing a black Nike onesie.
Anyone who has information about his disappearance should call the SBCSD Sheriff’s Dispatch at 909-387-3545. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to wetip.com.
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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From left, Rebecca Haro, center inset Emmanuel Haro, right Jake Haro (via KLTA; San Bernardino County Sheriff)
YUCAIPA, CA — Authorities seized a vehicle belonging to the father of a seven-month-old boy who went missing on August 14 as they investigate inconsistencies in the case.
According to USA TODAY, the investigation has increasingly focused on the family of the missing child, Emmanuel Haro. On August 19, police investigators collected a car belonging to the boy’s father, Jake Haro.
Mara Rodriguez, a public information officer for the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department (SBCSD), confirmed that the vehicle was “collected for evidence processing.”
Emmanuel Haro was reported missing on Aug. 14. His mother, Rebecca Haro, told police the baby was taken from the parking lot of a retail store in Yucaipa. She told authorities that she was changing her son’s diaper in her car when a man attacked her from behind, knocking her unconscious. When she regained consciousness, her son was gone.
Rebecca Haro later spoke to local news outlets KTLA and KCAL after the incident. She appeared with a black eye, which she said she received during the assault. She told reporters that she was taking her son out of his car seat and had his diapers ready when she heard a man say, “Hola.” She said she remembered nothing after that moment until she regained consciousness.
However, the SBCSD has pointed to issues with the mother’s story. In a statement, officials said that Rebecca Haro was confronted with “inconsistencies” during interviews. She then chose to stop talking to detectives.
While the sheriff’s department has not ruled out foul play or named any person a suspect, they are following all leads and tips.
Jake Haro, the baby’s father, has hired an attorney. Despite this, law enforcement stated they would “welcome their cooperation as we continue efforts to locate Emmanuel.”
The search for Emmanuel has been broad and intense. Investigators have conducted searches in Yucaipa, where the baby was last seen, and in Cabazon where the Haro family lives.
Authorities told KTLA that an Amber Alert was not issued for the case because it did not meet the criteria, as there was no description of the suspect or a vehicle.
Police have used sniffer dogs to help in their search efforts. They’ve reviewed surveillance video from local businesses and searched the Haro family’s home.
On Aug. 20, investigators said they received a report of a possible sighting of the baby in Kern County, a large area about 180 miles north of where he was last seen.
Investigators immediately followed up on the tip. However, in an update later that day, the SBCSD confirmed that Emmanuel had not been located.
Unease grew as it was revealed that Jake Haro was convicted of felony willful child cruelty in June 2023 for a 2018 incident. According to The Orange County Register, he was jailed for 180 days and remained on probation for the crime.
As the search continues, police are asking for the public’s help. Emmanuel Haro is a seven-month-old boy with brown hair and brown eyes. He is about 24 inches tall and is cross-eyed. He was last seen wearing a black Nike onesie.
Anyone who has information about his disappearance should call the SBCSD Sheriff’s Dispatch at 909-387-3545. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or go to wetip.com.
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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