TOLEDO, Ohio — Toledo Police made a grim discovery Monday in their search for missing 13-year-old Keimani Latigue, finding human remains on Miami Street. While authorities haven’t confirmed the identity, they confirmed the discovery is connected to the investigation into the teen who vanished last week. The development came just hours after police charged her father, 33-year-old Darnell Jones, with abduction.
Court documents reveal troubling details about Jones’ alleged involvement. Investigators say he gave inconsistent statements about his daughter’s disappearance and was the last person seen with her. Surveillance footage and phone records reportedly contradict his account of events. An active arrest warrant has been issued for Jones as the investigation continues.
The teen’s grandmother, Dorothy Latigue, described disturbing signs she found at their shared home. “The stove was left on with gas smell, her glasses were by the couch – she can’t see without them – and her pajamas were scattered,” Dorothy told reporters. She emphasized no one else had access to the home besides herself and Keimani.
Jones previously claimed he visited the home after Keimani called frightened about a possible intruder. He told media he and a cousin stayed briefly before leaving around 12:30 a.m. Sunday. These statements are now under scrutiny as police piece together the timeline of events leading to the teen’s disappearance.
Community members held multiple search parties last week, distributing flyers door-to-door. Keimani is described as 5’6″, 120 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. The discovery of remains has left the neighborhood in shock as they await official identification.
Toledo Police urge anyone with information to come forward immediately. Forensic teams are working to confirm the identity while detectives continue pursuing leads in this complex case. The department promises updates as they become available in this heartbreaking investigation.
