The search is ongoing for 33-year-old Kayla Kelley, a woman reported missing on Jan. 11 after her friends said they hadn't heard from her for several days.
According to officials with the Collin County Sheriff’s Office, Kelley's vehicle has since been found in a "remote area" of Frisco but they've not yet located her.
The sheriff's office said 32-year-old Ocastor Ferguson, also known as Kevin Brown, has been identified as a person of interest in the case though they didn't elaborate any further on how he became part of the investigation.
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Investigators arrested Ferguson and accused him of kidnapping. He is currently being held at the Collin County Detention Center on a $1,000,000 bond. It's not clear if Ferguson has obtained an attorney.
The sheriff's department told NBC 5 Monday afternoon that they are not releasing any other details about the case that could hinder the investigation. They added that anyone with information about Ferguson, including recent sightings or dealings with him, to reach out to investigators and share that information. They hope that some of that information may help in their search for Kelley.
Anyone with information regarding Kelley's whereabouts is asked to contact the Collin County Sheriff’s Office at 972-547-5100 or by texting 847411.
