Denver Metro Amber Alert Ends Safely, 1-Year-Old Recovered and Suspects in Custody
CENTENNIAL, CO – Colorado families across the Front Range can breathe a sigh of relief this weekend after a tense situation involving a missing child came to a safe conclusion. An Amber Alert issued for 1-year-old Ardin Reid was deactivated Saturday morning after the toddler was found safe and her two non-custodial parents were taken into custody, according to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office.
The alert, which buzzed on phones from Colorado Springs to the Denver metro, sparked immediate concern among local residents. For hours, Colorado parents held their own children a little tighter, reminded of how quickly a peaceful morning can be shattered. The incident, which culminated in a SWAT standoff in a quiet Centennial neighborhood, highlights the critical role of swift law enforcement action and an alert public in protecting our state's most vulnerable.
A Tense Morning in Centennial
The ordeal began in the early hours of Saturday when Ardin Reid was reportedly “taken by force” from a location near the 5160 block of S. Quintero St. in Centennial at 1:00 a.m. The suspects were identified as the child's non-custodial parents, 42-year-old Jared Reid, who authorities warned was armed and dangerous, and 41-year-old Rose Kim.
The investigation quickly led deputies to an apartment in the 7700 block of E. Phillips Cir., where a heavy law enforcement presence, including SWAT teams, converged. A 2001 silver Toyota 4Runner connected to the suspects was located at the scene. For local residents, it was a jarring sight in a neighborhood known for its tranquility.
SWAT officers were seen using a megaphone, calling for someone to exit the apartment. The tense standoff put the entire community on edge.
"It puts you on edge a little bit just because you’re not used to it more than anything else," David Karsh, a neighbor, told reporters. "I think the thing that’s most surprising is the fire power that’s walking around out here. That’s the world we live in today and it’s sad."
Karsh, who was told by an officer to get back inside his house while letting his dog out, expressed the shock felt by many. "To have the whole neighborhood blocked off, it’s a little crazy," he said. "That just doesn’t happen around here."
A Safe Resolution for a Colorado Child
Thankfully, the statewide alert and intensive police work paid off. The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office officially deactivated the Amber Alert at 10:18 a.m. By 11:15 a.m., the sheriff's office confirmed the best possible outcome.
In a post on X, the department announced that Ardin Reid was "safe and in good health."
The resolution came together across the Denver metro area. According to information provided by the sheriff's office to local news outlet FOX31, the situation was resolved through a combination of law enforcement pressure and one suspect's surrender.
- Ardin Reid was safely located in the city of Northglenn.
- Her mother, Rose Kim, was detained by authorities in Northglenn.
- Her father, Jared Reid, turned himself in to law enforcement.
This successful recovery is a testament to the effectiveness of the Amber Alert system and the coordinated efforts of our first responders. While the investigation into the circumstances of the abduction is ongoing, the primary mission—ensuring a child's safety—has been accomplished. For Colorado families, it’s a welcome end to a frightening situation and a powerful reminder of the community and law enforcement networks that work to keep our children safe.
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