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Mother Arrested for False Imprisonment Amid Missing Child Case

11/8/2025

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Ashlee Buzzard, the mother of nine-year-old Melodee Buzzard, was arrested on November 7 in California on a felony charge of false imprisonment.
Investigators say the arrest is not tied to the Melodee Buzzard missing person case, reported October 14.
Surveillance footage shows Melodee in a disguise during a road trip with her mother, who has been described as uncooperative, and authorities seek information.

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Story summary

Ashlee Buzzard, the mother of nine-year-old Melodee Buzzard, was arrested on November 7 in California on a felony charge of false imprisonment.
Investigators say the arrest is not tied to the Melodee Buzzard missing person case, reported October 14.
Surveillance footage shows Melodee in a disguise during a road trip with her mother, who has been described as uncooperative, and authorities seek information.