(Scypre.com) – Daniel Callihan, aged 36, has been apprehended and booked into a Mississippi jail following accusations of a horrific crime spree that claimed the lives of a Louisiana mother and her young daughter, alongside the abduction of another child. The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office confirmed the arrest via social media on Thursday, June 13, highlighting the severity of the charges against Callihan.
Authorities have detailed that Callihan stands accused of perpetrating what they describe as “brutal and heinous acts of violence” resulting in the deaths of 35-year-old Callie Brunett and her 4-year-old daughter, Erin. The community and law enforcement alike have been deeply shaken by the magnitude of the tragedy. Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff Daniel Edwards expressed condolences and called for support for the victims’ family, stating, “Our hearts are with all those affected by this tragic event. These are unspeakable crimes.”
The incident, which sparked a statewide Amber Alert on June 13, unfolded with grim outcomes. Jackson Police Chief Joseph Wade revealed in a press conference the grim details: Erin, the 4-year-old girl, was discovered deceased in a wooded area. Chief Wade somberly acknowledged, “They located a deceased child in the woods. We suspect that is one of the children that he had in his possession, in his possession illegally, that he had taken away from Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana.” Meanwhile, the other abducted child, 6-year-old Jalie, was found alive but injured.
“The 6-year-old has been taken to the hospital to receive treatment,” Chief Wade continued, his voice reflecting the gravity of the situation. “My understanding is that the 4-year-old is deceased in the woods.” The circumstances surrounding Erin’s death remain under investigation, with authorities diligently working to ascertain the details of what Chief Wade termed a “traumatic” scene.
Throughout the press conference, Chief Wade expressed gratitude to fellow law enforcement agencies for their swift collaboration and support during the investigation into this heartbreaking case. As the investigation progresses, the Jackson Police Department urged anyone with pertinent information to step forward and assist in bringing justice to those affected.
The community at large has been left reeling by the senseless violence that has shattered the lives of a mother and her young child, prompting an outpouring of grief and support for the affected family. The tragic events serve as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by families and communities, underscoring the imperative for continued vigilance and support for those impacted by such unthinkable acts.