An Amber Alert remains active in Washington County, Oregon, as authorities search for 3-year-old Joshua Ovalles, who has been missing since Tuesday, October 6, 2026, around 10:00 a.m. Joshua was last seen in the vicinity of SW Western Avenue and SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway in Beaverton. He is described as 3 feet tall, weighing 40 pounds, with blond and brown hair and brown eyes. The child is believed to have been taken by his non-custodial parent, Mari Cruz Martinez, age 39. Martinez is currently wanted for investigation and is considered armed with a firearm. She is described as 5 feet 3 inches tall, weighing 140 pounds, with blonde hair and brown eyes, and was last seen on video pulling a black wagon while wearing all-black clothing. Martinez has known ties to the Cornelius and Beaverton areas. Law enforcement confirmed that a white 2022 Mercedes GLB SUV with Oregon license plate MAMIII, believed to be the vehicle used in the abduction, was located in the original area of Beaverton. Earlier reports from the Washington State Patrol indicating the child had been found were incorrect. The Beaverton Police Department and Oregon State Police are leading the investigation. Authorities have noted that Martinez has made previous threats to harm her children, raising concerns for the child's safety. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any sightings of Joshua, Martinez, or the described vehicle immediately. Tips can be directed to the Beaverton Police Department or Oregon State Police. For immediate emergencies, call 911. For non-emergency tips regarding this case, contact the provided tip line at 1-866-526-2375. Investigators are appealing to the community for assistance in locating the missing toddler and apprehending the suspect before any harm comes to the child.