Man, woman who allegedly took 5 missing children from Cypress area captured by Louisiana State Police, deputies say

CYPRESS – The mother and stepfather who allegedly took five children from the Cypress area have been captured by Louisiana State Police, according to the Harris County Precinct 5 Constables Office.

Deputies said the couple was caught with only one of the five children with them, but the suspects said the remaining children were dropped off at a relative’s home. Deputies are currently checking that out.

The five children, identified as 7-year-old Nicholas Menina, 10-year-old Zayden Menina, 12-year-old Jovion Menina, 12-year-old Javier Menina and 14-year-old Jarod Menina; were last seen Tuesday at 8703 Marina Alto Lane around 5:30 a.m.

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