Amber Alert Update: Jamal White Found Safe After Armed Abduction in Milwaukee

Who Is Jamal White?

Jamal White, a 7-year-old boy from Milwaukee, was reported missing after being abducted at gunpoint on Friday evening, July 11, 2025, near 61st and Hustis Street in Milwaukee’s northwest side. He was described as approximately 4 feet tall, weighing around 80 pounds, with short black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a white T-shirt and black shorts.

🚨 The Abduction: What Happened?

Witnesses say a man wearing a black hoodie and face mask forced Jamal into a white Jeep Renegade, brandishing a handgun. The vehicle fled the scene rapidly. The Milwaukee Police Department issued an Amber Alert shortly after 9 PM.

🙏 Family’s Plea & Community Mobilization

Jamal’s grandmother and other family members described their emotional distress: “We haven’t slept… we just want Jamal home.” The community joined in, canvassing the area, distributing flyers, and spreading Jamal’s photo on social media.

✅ New Developments & Safe Recovery

By July 12, less than 24 hours later, police confirmed Jamal had been safely found approximately seven miles away. He was discovered hiding inside an attic and treated at a hospital. Authorities made arrests in connection with the kidnapping.

A 25-year-old suspect, identified as Corey Williams, faces multiple charges, including kidnapping, hostage-taking, and child endangerment. A 14‑year‑old juvenile, referred to as B.C., has also been charged. Additionally, Jamal’s uncle, Jamel (27), was charged with firing a gun during the search efforts.

📷 Caught on Camera

Surveillance footage captured the chilling abduction — a white Jeep blocking Jamal’s driveway before two suspects grabbed him as his father ran inside the house. The father later sparked controversy online by admitting he ran, believing it was a robbery—not realising his child was taken.

🧾 Summary

• Missing: July 11 at ~7 PM on Hustis St.

• Amber Alert Issued: Shortly afterward

• Found Safe: July 12 (less than 24 hours later)

• Arrests Made: Corey Williams (25), juvenile B.C., uncle Jamel White (27) charged during search

• Community & Police Response: Extensive social media mobilization, doorbell footage review, and neighborhood searches

For full original coverage, including timeline and early appeals:
Amber Alert Issued for Jamal White – Milwaukee, July 11

📢 How You Can Help

If you have any information that may help, contact:

• Milwaukee Police Department: 414-935-7405

• Or dial 911 immediately

You can also report anonymous tips via:

• Crime Stoppers: https://www.milwaukeecrimestoppers.com

🗣️ Quote from Local Media

“Jamal has been located and is safe… The Milwaukee Police Department would like to thank everyone for their assistance in this matter.” — MPD spokesperson

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