An Amber Alert has been issued for a missing 5-year-old girl from Platte County, Missouri, who was reportedly taken by her non-custodial father. The Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) announced the alert on February 28, 2025, after the child, identified as Kinsley Jean, was last seen at a home in Platte City. Officials describe the suspect, Kevin Joseph Strong, 35, as armed and dangerous, prompting police to urge the public to be vigilant.
Kinsley is described as a 5-year-old girl with brown hair and hazel eyes, standing at approximately 3 feet tall and weighing around 50 pounds. She was reported missing in the early hours and is believed to be traveling with Strong in a 2010 black Ford Fusion with Missouri license plates bearing the number JP2D0Y.
Authorities have stated that anyone with any information regarding Kinsley’s whereabouts or the suspect’s vehicle is strongly encouraged to contact 911 or the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s missing persons unit. The alert highlights the seriousness of the situation, with a focus on ensuring the safe return of the child and capturing the suspect before any harm can come to Kinsley. This case has garnered significant attention, and local residents are mobilizing to assist in searching for the girl.
Missouri State Highway Patrol continues to provide updates as they unfold, reinforcing their commitment to locating Kinsley safely and efficiently. Officials have reassured the public that every measure is being taken to secure her return and apprehend the suspect.
