Child abducted; Crestview police seek help finding him

The Crestview Police Department seeks immediate assistance in locating 3-year-old Emmanuel Menz, who allegedly was abducted approximately 11:15 a.m. from the Burger King at 3210 S. Ferdon Blvd., during a supervised visit with the Department of Children and Families.

Emmanuel's father and mother, Karl R. Menz and Virginia M. Lynch, don't have custodial rights to Emmanuel, who is currently in foster care, police said.

Menz and Lynch left Burger King with Emmanuel, driving in an unknown direction, in an unknown vehicle, police said.

Emmanuel is autistic and may not be able to communicate clearly. 

Police asked residents to dial 911 immediately or contact the Crestview Police Department, 682-2055 or 682-3544, with any information on the suspects. 

This article originally appeared on Crestview News Bulletin: Child abducted; Crestview police seek help finding him