Father Believes Ex-Wife Hiding Daughter Missing Since 2015
In an ongoing and puzzling case, David Hopper, the father of Ava Grace Baldwin, a Texas girl who vanished in 2015 at the age of 6, strongly believes his ex-wife is keeping their daughter hidden.
A Brief Marriage and Surprise Pregnancy
David Hopper and Kathryn “Katie” Baldwin were only married for 34 days before calling it quits. During their divorce, Hopper discovered that Katie was pregnant with their child, Ava Grace, who is now 14 years old.
A Quick Start and a Faster End
Their relationship started with a whirlwind courtship, and they tied the knot soon after meeting. But just over a month later, they filed for divorce. During the separation, Baldwin revealed she was pregnant, but she claimed Hopper wasn’t the father. A court-ordered DNA test proved otherwise.
Custody Battles and Disappearances
After Ava was born, Baldwin moved to San Antonio, Texas, and would vanish for days without contacting Hopper. A complicated custody battle unfolded, with Hopper eventually gaining full custody of Ava two years after she disappeared.
A Daughter’s Mysterious Disappearance
Ava was reported missing from her San Antonio school in 2015, with the principal notifying Hopper 21 days later. Police visited the address listed as Ava’s home but found an empty lot, leading Hopper to believe his ex-wife panicked at the idea of him getting full custody and disappeared with their daughter.
Desperate Search for Answers
David Hopper and his family continue their search for Ava, believing that someone out there knows where she might be. Despite many questions and uncertainties, they hold onto hope that Ava is still alive.
Lack of Cooperation and an Ongoing Investigation
Baldwin’s family has not been forthcoming in the search for Ava, and San Antonio police are still investigating her disappearance. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the SAPD Missing Persons Unit at 210-207-7660.
This complex and emotional case continues to unfold, leaving Ava’s whereabouts a mystery that her family hopes to one day solve.