Steven Stayner Kidnapping
Steven Stayner was abducted in Merced, California, in 1972 at age seven. He was held captive for over seven years by his kidnapper, Kenneth Parnell.
Steven Stayner Escape
In 1980, Stayner escaped and returned home. His rescue drew national attention and led to changes in how missing child cases were handled.
Steven Stayner Death
Stayner later worked in public safety and advocated for missing children. He died in a motorcycle accident in 1989 at age 24. Learn more about his story at Biography.com.
