Dad Accused In Child Abduction Arrested In Cook County: Sheriff

GLENWOOD, IL — Hours after police said he took his child after a domestic disturbance in small-town Illinois, a 32-year-old man was found in the Chicago area. The child, 2-month-old Noah DelHotal, was also found safe, police said.

Kevin DelHotal, who does not have custody of his child, left McNabb, Illinois, with the baby around 7 a.m. Sunday, according to police. The sheriff's office requested an Amber Alert after the infant's mother reported what authorities called a "confirmed abduction."

On Monday, the Putnam County Sheriff's Office said "the criteria was met to disseminate an Amber Alert to make contact with DelHotal to ensure the safe return of the child."

Police said DelHotal was found around 2:15 p.m. in Glenwood by Glenwood police. Baby Noah was also found unharmed.

DelHotal was in custody Monday morning awaiting a bond hearing after being charged with domestic battery. Police said the investigation is ongoing, and additional charges against DelHotal are pending.

The Putnam County Sheriff's Office thanked Illinois State Police, Spring Valley Police Department, LaSalle County Sheriff’s Office, Glenwood Police Department, Granville Police Department, Putnam County State’s Attorney, Marshall County State’s Attorney and the public for helping with the safe return of the baby.