Authorities in Lauderdale County, Alabama, are intensifying their search for 78-year-old Mary Ann Moore, who is believed to have been abducted by her 47-year-old son, Kristopher Gene Moore. The alarming situation unfolded on November 3, 2023, triggering a statewide concern over her safety.
According to the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office, Kristopher, who resided in a camper behind his mother’s home in Lexington, Alabama, is suspected of taking his mother to a bank where she withdrew a large sum of money. The specifics of this transaction, including the exact amount withdrawn, have not been disclosed. After the bank visit, they returned to her residence. However, the following morning, both were nowhere to be found. The alarm was raised when friends and family could not contact them, and their absence became apparent.
The search for the Moores has been complicated by the lack of information regarding their means of transportation. The car used for the bank visit was reportedly borrowed, and it is unclear what type of vehicle they may currently be using.
Kristopher Moore’s background has added to the urgency of the search. He has a criminal history that includes charges related to violence, resisting arrest, and drug activity. Currently on probation for drug charges, his history raises serious concerns about his mother’s welfare.
Mary Ann Moore, described as a senior citizen, was last seen in the area of Lauderdale County Road 462 in Lexington. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has joined the search, emphasizing the potential danger she faces.
The Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office has urged the public to come forward with any information that might lead to the whereabouts of Mary Ann and Kristopher Moore. This plea for assistance underlines the gravity of the situation and the need for timely information to aid in the search and ensure her safety.
The community has been alerted to be on the lookout for any signs of the missing individuals. The specifics of Kristopher Moore’s erratic and potentially violent behavior have been communicated to caution those who might encounter him.
As the investigation continues, authorities are piecing together the events leading up to their disappearance. The fact that Kristopher Moore was living in close proximity to his mother in a camper adds a layer of complexity to the case. Investigators are working to determine the motive behind the abduction and the current whereabouts of the mother and son.
If anyone has any information about Mary Ann or Kristopher Moore, please contact the Lauderdale County Sheriff’s Office at (256) 760-5769.