KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WOKI / WVLT) – Nearly three weeks after six East Tennessee siblings were reported missing, authorities say the investigation remains active and no new information is being released at this time.
The children were reported missing on Oct. 22 after investigators said they were taken from a residence on Creston Road in Crossville by their non-custodial parent, Misty Ware.
The missing children range in age from 9 months to 16 years old:
- Anahi Ware, 16
- Maximo Ware, 10
- Abalino Almaraz-Ware, 8
- Luisa Almaraz-Ware, 5
- Paloma Ware, 3
- Felix Ware, 9 months
According to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, investigators initially believed Ware may have been traveling toward Mexico after the children were taken.
As the investigation progressed, authorities obtained an arrest warrant for Ware and charged her with felony custodial interference.
Despite ongoing efforts, officials say there have been no significant public developments in the case.
“It is still being investigated and we cannot make any comments yet,” said Gary Howard, public information officer for the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities remain concerned for the children’s safety and welfare.
The sheriff’s office said all six children have brown hair and brown eyes, but investigators do not know what clothing they were wearing at the time of their disappearance.
Law enforcement continues to ask the public for help locating the children. Anyone with information about their whereabouts is urged to contact the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office at 931-484-6176 and ask for a sergeant.
Officials say the investigation remains ongoing.
Misty Ware (wvlt)
