UPDATE: The Level II Endangered/Missing Child Advisory that was issued for 2-year-old Kyrie Francis and 3-year-old Korel Francis of Lafayette has been canceled.

Both children have been safely located.


 

LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL-FM) - The Louisiana State Police has issued a Level II Endangered/Missing Child Advisory on behalf of the Lafayette Police Department for two missing toddlers -- 2-year-old Kyrie Francis and 3-year-old Korel Francis, both black males.

Details of the Missing Family in Lafayette, Louisiana

The children were discovered missing from their home on Bridgeway Drive in Lafayette on Monday, April 14, 2025, at approximately 8:28 pm, after their mother, Faith Singleton, was involved in a domestic altercation with their father, Korel Francis.

Louisiana State Police received the request to issue a Level II Endangered/Missing Child Advisory around 12:28 am on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

What Vehicle Should You Be on the Lookout For?

Korel Francis (father) is believed to be driving a brown 2015 Hyundai Sonata with Louisiana license plate 532HGI, along with Faith and both children.

The clothing descriptions for the children and parents are unknown.

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The Description of the Missing Adults

Korel Francis (father) is a black male with brown eyes and black hair. He is 5' 9" and weighs approximately 170 pounds.

Faith Singleton is a black female with brown eyes and black hair. She is 5' 4" and weighs approximately 123 pounds.

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How Can You Help Local Authorities

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Faith, Korel, or the children is asked to immediately contact the Lafayette Police Department at (337) 291-8600 or dial 911.

All questions should be directed to the Lafayette Police Department.


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