Sheriff Rochelle Bilal praises deputies for their swift response and coordinated efforts.

PHILADELPHIA — Deputies from the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office safely recovered a 7-month-old infant following an alleged abduction involving the child’s father, according to a statement released by the Sheriff’s Office.

The incident ended at Philadelphia Family Court, where deputies located and took the suspect into custody.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Sheriff Scott Jackson made the arrest on the eighth floor of the Family Court building. Lieutenant Taylor, Captain O’Leary and members of the Sheriff’s Bike Unit also assisted in the coordinated response.

The child was recovered safely.

Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal commended the deputies for their professionalism and quick action in bringing the situation to a safe conclusion.

The incident highlights the public safety responsibilities of the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office, whose duties extend beyond courtroom security to include law enforcement operations and the protection of individuals within the city’s judicial facilities.

Local television stations, including NBC10, 6abc Action News and FOX29, also reported on the alleged abduction and subsequent arrest.

Authorities have not provided complete details regarding the circumstances leading to the alleged abduction, and the suspect’s specific criminal charges and court status have not been independently confirmed.

The allegations remain subject to the judicial process.

Source: Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office, November 13, 2026.