Fugitive: Crime Stoppers is seeking help in locating Loretta Faye Norwood

HOUSTON, TX -- Crime Stoppers, in collaboration with the Houston Police Department's Special Victims Division, is urgently seeking the public's assistance in locating a fugitive, Loretta Faye Norwood, wanted for the grave offense of Abandoning a Child Without Intent to Return.

On Thursday, March 21, 2024, officers of the Houston Police Department responded to a distressing report of Child Abandonment within the confines of the 8400 Block of Winthrop Ln. in Houston, Texas. Preliminary investigations reveal that the victim, a defenseless 8 1/2 month old child, was deliberately left outdoors, perilously exposed to various risks of harm.

Loretta Norwood is a 23-year-old black female, 5'1" tall with brown eyes and black hair.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Loretta Faye Norwood is strongly encouraged to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers. Your cooperation and vigilance are instrumental in ensuring the safety and well-being of our community's most vulnerable members.

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the charging and/or arrest of the suspect(s) in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls DIRECTLY TO Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.

HPD 408725-24 WARRANT # 1861165