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Dallas Police Releases Clearer Photos of Suspect and Vehicle in Kidnapping of 7-year-old Girl

Dallas Police Releases Clearer Photos of Suspect and Vehicle in Kidnapping of 7-year-old Girl
Suspect Vehicle - Possible Nissan Murano 2006-2010

Dallas Police Releases Clearer Photos of Suspect and Vehicle in Kidnapping of 7-year-old Girl
Suspect Leonard Lamar Neal

UPDATE:  Dallas Police have identified the suspect in the kidnapping case as 41-year-old Leonard Lamar Neal.  Authorities say that on Sunday, Lillie May and her 9-year-old brother accepted a ride from the suspect near their apartment complex. The boy was abandoned at a strip mall around noon in the area of West Kist Boulevard at South Polk Street.  10 hours later, Lillie May was found walking alone after being dropped off by the suspect.  Neal is wanted for aggravated kidnapping, kidnapping and aggravated sexual assault of a child.

Original Story

The Dallas Police Department is appealing to the public for help in identifying a suspect and vehicle involved in the disturbing kidnapping of seven-year-old Lillie May Anderson. They had previously provided a timeline of events.  Although Lillie May was found safe, authorities are still searching for the suspects involved in the kidnapping. 

Dallas Police Releases Clearer Photos of Suspect and Vehicle in Kidnapping of 7-year-old Girl
Back side of suspect vehicle

In an effort to assist the public in identifying the suspect and vehicle, the Dallas Police Department has released additional photographs of the suspect's car. These images capture the distinctive features of the vehicle and may be crucial in generating leads. The police are urging anyone who recognizes the vehicle or has any information related to the case to come forward immediately.

According to the police, the suspect is described as a light-skinned black man with short hair, displaying multiple bald patches on his head. Investigators have been working tirelessly to gather evidence and are relying on public cooperation to aid in their investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to call 214-671-4268

The Dallas Police Department is being assisted by the FBI and Secret Service.

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