In an update from the Rock Island Police Department, the search continues for missing child Aoci Blessing, last seen in a brown Saturn Outlook that was stolen and later found empty. The vehicle, with Illinois plates “EP98549,” is part of a series of car thefts occurring overnight. Additional vehicles still missing include a White Dodge Dart, Tan Chevrolet Malibu, Gray Nissan Rogue, and Black Kia Sportage. Aoci was wearing a light pink coat with a distinctive glittery butterfly and carrying a pink backpack. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward to aid in the safe return of Aoci.
Here is the full update from the City of Rock Island Facebook page:
From the Rock Island Police Department: MISSING CHILD – UPDATE
As a follow up to the press conference regarding the ongoing search for Aoci Blessing (pronounced A-oh-chi) this morning, we would like to share further information. Aoci was seated inside a brown Saturn Outlook bearing Illinois plates “EP98549.” The vehicle was stolen by an unknown suspect with Aoci still inside. The vehicle was located approximately 14 minutes later with no occupants.
There were multiple vehicles stolen overnight in the City and the following is a list of vehicles that have not been located:
White Dodge Dart – IL Plate “EG92693”
Tan Chevrolet Malibu – IA Plate “MMU635”
Gray Nissan Rogue – VA Plate “UEV4867”
Black Kia Sportage – IA Plate “OIZ261”
Aoci was last seen wearing a light pink coat. The coat has a glittery butterfly on the front with a zipper down the middle of the butterfly. She also had a pink backpack. Attached is a picture of a similar looking backpack.