Bourne Police Detain Mother After Children Kidnapping

Vanessa Downer, who does not have legal custody of her children Isabella and Christian Casali, was taken into custody after a kidnapping incident in Bourne, Massachusetts. The children, aged 6 and 4 respectively, were safely located following a coordinated effort between the public and law enforcement. Authorities initially feared Downer had fled the state, potentially to Florida, which prompted a search supported by an active warrant for her arrest on charges of kidnapping a minor by a relative. The case highlights the importance of public cooperation with police in ensuring the safe recovery of missing children. Law enforcement continues to investigate and has asked anyone with information to contact the Bourne Police Department. This situation remains under development as officials provide updates.