Missing Child Found: ‘Unsolved Mysteries’ Case Closed After 7 Years

After an extensive seven-year search, the case of the missing child, Abdul Aziz Khan, featured in the Netflix series “Unsolved Mysteries,” has finally been resolved. The 14-year-old Khan, who disappeared from Atlanta, was discovered safe in the Denver area. The breakthrough came when the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office responded to a trespassing incident in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. During the investigation, they found Khan with his non-custodial parent, Rabia Khalid, who had allegedly abducted him from Atlanta in 2017.

The discovery not only brought relief to Khan’s family but also led to the apprehension of Khalid and another individual, Elliot Blake Bourgeois, who were involved in various offenses including forgery, identity theft, and trespassing. While Bourgeois faces charges of kidnapping, Khalid, being the child’s parent, does not face the same charge under the law. Both suspects are being held on a hefty bond of $1 million each.

Khan’s family expressed immense gratitude for his safe return and commended the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office for their dedication to solving the case. The family now seeks privacy as they reunite and begin the healing process. Sheriff Darren Weekly described the emotional reunion, emphasizing the long road ahead for Khan as he adjusts to a life he barely remembers.

Acknowledgment was also extended to the Netflix series “Unsolved Mysteries” for bringing attention to Khan’s case. The episode featuring Abdul Aziz Khan, titled “Abducted By A Parent,” delved into the complexities and anguish of parental abduction, shedding light on the unique challenges faced by families in such situations.

In a parallel success story, another missing child, Kayla Unbehaun, who was abducted by her mother in 2017, was also reunited with her family after being recognized by a storeowner in Asheville, North Carolina. Both cases highlight the critical role of public awareness in resolving missing person cases.

As the community celebrates these reunions, the unresolved mysteries that once shrouded these families have finally found closure. The poignant narratives of Abdul Aziz Khan and Kayla Unbehaun serve as testament to the resilience of families torn apart by abduction, and the unwavering dedication of law enforcement agencies in bringing them back together.