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Missing Oklahoma Boy Found Safe; Parents Arrested for Abuse

1/12/2026

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Story summary

The 12-year-old boy from Chickasha, Oklahoma, was found safe on January 11 and is in good health.
The search began January 2 and involved volunteer groups, per the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation.
Kimberly Cole, the boy's mother, and George Cole, his stepfather, were arrested for child abuse and conspiracy.
The boy has been placed in the custody of the Oklahoma Department of Human Services for his safety.

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Story summary

The 12-year-old boy from Chickasha, Oklahoma, was found safe on January 11 and is in good health.
The search began January 2 and involved volunteer groups, per the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation.
Kimberly Cole, the boy's mother, and George Cole, his stepfather, were arrested for child abuse and conspiracy.
The boy has been placed in the custody of the Oklahoma Department of Human Services for his safety.