Missing 9-Year-Old Found Safe, Suspect Arrested in Upstate NY Abduction Case

Nine-year-old Charlotte Sena, who went missing during a camping trip in upstate New York, has been found safe and the suspect, Craig Ross Jr., has been taken into custody. Ross allegedly targeted Charlotte and held her for ransom in an attempt to get a portion of her late grandfather's fortune. He is also being investigated for his potential involvement in two unsolved murders. The motive behind the abduction is speculated to be money from a settlement. The suspect's ex-girlfriend has disavowed him and believes he should die. Charlotte was found locked in a cabinet in Ross's camper. The search for Charlotte involved a combination of luck and police work. The suspect had dropped off a ransom note at Charlotte's house, which led the police to him. It is reported that the suspect has a history and is a registered offender. Charlotte's parents have spoken out about the incident. The New York State Police and other law enforcement officials were involved in the search and rescue operation. Governor Kathy Hochul praised the police for finding Charlotte in good health.