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Kristoff Rueda was last seen on October 25, 2022, in Clifton Heights, Pennsylvania. At the time of his disappearance, he was eight years old. Kristoff is described as a biracial male with brown hair and brown eyes. He is believed to be in the company of his older brother, Sebastian Rueda, who was nine years old when they went missing.

The two brothers are thought to have been abducted by their non-custodial mother, Alexandria Hepburn. Authorities have issued a felony warrant for her arr ...Read More
Last Seen: Oct 25, 2022

Victim Details

Jan 28, 2026

Jan 28, 2026

Kristoff

Rueda

11

11

Hispanic / Latino

Male

In the quiet community of Clifton Heights, Pennsylvania, a young boy named Kristoff Rueda vanished, creating a void in the lives of those who knew him. On October 25, 2022, the then 9-year-old boy was last seen, and the days that followed turned into a prolonged period of uncertainty and concern. Kristoff, a male child of Black and Hispanic descent, was a cherished part of his community before his sudden disappearance. The initial hours of him being missing stretched into days, and then weeks, with his absence leaving a palpable sense of loss and a series of unanswered questions for both law enforcement and his loved ones. The ordinary day of his disappearance marked the beginning of an ongoing search and a plea for any information that might lead to his whereabouts. The circumstances surrounding Kristoff's disappearance are complex and deeply troubling. He was not alone when he was last seen; his older brother, Sebastian Rueda, who was 11 at the time, also went missing on the same day. It is believed that the two brothers may be in the company of their mother, Alexandria Hepburn. This has led authorities to suspect a case of family abduction. In connection with the children's disappearance, a felony warrant has been issued for Alexandria Hepburn. The involvement of a parent in their disappearance adds a layer of complexity to the investigation, shifting the focus to a search for not just the missing children, but also their mother. The authorities have urged the public to be vigilant and to report any possible sightings of Kristoff, Sebastian, or Alexandria. The case of Kristoff Rueda is a heart-wrenching example of a family abduction, where the lines of custody and care become tragically blurred. The primary concern remains the safety and well-being of Kristoff and his brother, Sebastian. The Ridley Township Police Department in Pennsylvania is the primary agency handling the case and continues to seek information from the public. The overview of this case highlights a situation where two young children were removed from their familiar surroundings, prompting a multi-faceted investigation that spans beyond a simple missing person report. The hope remains that with public awareness and diligent investigation, Kristoff and Sebastian will be safely located and returned. The search for them is a poignant reminder of the vulnerability of children in situations of familial conflict.

Oct 25, 2022

Clifton Heights

Pennsylvania

05/16/2026