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HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla — Update 2/18: Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputies released video showing the moment a deputy rescued a 1-year-old girl who was inside an SUV when it was stolen on Tuesday.
Deputies said Tinnley West was found inside the SUV parked at St. Andrews Methodist Church in Brandon.
BODY CAM: Master Corporal John Seale Rescues BabyBODY CAM: Watch as Master Corporal Seale locates the stolen vehicle with Baby #TinnleyWest inside on Tuesday at St. Andrews Methodist Church in Brandon. We are so thankful for Master Corporal Seale and the deputies who worked tirelessly to locate this beautiful baby and safely reunite her with her family. ❤️ #HillsboroughCounty #teamHCSO #HCSOd5
Posted by Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Deputies also released video of the person they believe stole the SUV. They said the man is seen knocking on doors on Green Valley Street in Valrico. They said they he is believed to have stolen the SUV with the infant inside.
Anyone who recognizes the man is asked to call 813-247-8200 or Crime Stoppers of Tampa Bay at 1-800-873-TIPS (8477). A reward of up to $5,000 has been offered in the case.
NEW VIDEO: Suspect in theft of SUV with baby insideTAKE A CLOSE LOOK 🔎: We're getting a clearer view of the individual believed to be the suspect in a stolen vehicle and kidnapping investigation in #Valrico. This individual, seen knocking at doors on Green Valley Street in Valrico on Tuesday, February 16, is believed to have stolen an SUV with an infant inside. The child and vehicle were later located safely. If you recognize him, give us a call! ☎️ 813-247-8200 Tips can also be provided through Crime Stoppers of Tampa Bay at 1-800-873-TIPS (8477) in order to be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000. #share #teamHCSO #sheriffchadchronister
Posted by Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office on Wednesday, February 17, 2021
2/16 5:54 p.m.
•Authorities have canceled the Amber Alert for Tinnley West
•Deputies said the child had been found and was safe.
• No other details were released
5:22 p.m.
•An Amber Alert has been issued out of Hillsborough County
• Deputies are looking for one-year-old Tinnley Sage West.
Missing Child is Tinnley Sage West. One year old white female. Last seen wearing a yellow shirt w/ a white rainbow, tan pants w/ rainbows and one sandal #SHARE #MissingChild #Valrico pic.twitter.com/TZW54S6pSo
— HCSO (@HCSOSheriff) February 16, 2021
• West was last seen wearing a yellow shirt with a white rainbow, tan pants with rainbows, and one sandal.
• Authorities say Tinnley was in a stolen 2018 Volkswagen SUV, silver in color, FL Tag WBR587
• Vehicle was last seen just before 3 p.m. on the 2600 block of Green Valley Street in Valrico FL Tag WBR587
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