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Jeffery Chao Charged with Felony Child Abduction

California father accused of abducting his daughter and falsifying a police report, faces up to five years in prison.

  • 15-year-old Alison Chao was reported missing on July 16 and found a week later near a Glendale news station.
  • Jeffery Chao was arrested on July 26 and charged with child abduction, conspiracy, and falsifying a police report.
  • Authorities allege Chao falsely reported his daughter missing, diverting critical law enforcement resources.
  • Alison's mother, Annie Chao, was awarded full custody of Alison on the day she was reported missing.
  • Alison is currently in protective custody with the Department of Children and Family Services.
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