Toddler Safely Recovered After Car Thief Steals Vehicle With 19-Month-Old Inside

A 19-month-old baby is safe tonight thanks to fast work by District 4 officers — and a few vigilant witnesses. On January 8, 2026, a mother briefly left her car running in a parking lot while she went into a store. In that short window, police say a suspect jumped into the vehicle and drove off with her 19-month-old child still inside. Police say 22-year-old Micah Simmons is now facing charges including Battery and Grand Theft Auto. Authorities were clear: They do not excuse or justify what Simmons is accused of, and they’re working to ensure justice is served.