Amber Alert: 6-Year-Old Lanakai Morrison Missing Near Beaverlodge

SECTION 1: THE ALERT

An Amber Alert has been issued by Beaverlodge RCMP in Alberta for 6-year-old Lanakai Morrison, who was taken on July 7, 2026 from the Valhalla Centre area near Beaverlodge. Police report that Lanakai was taken by his 35-year-old biological mother, Krista Morrison.

Investigators believe Lanakai is currently travelling with Krista Morrison, her partner Daniel Ludwig, and another child, 4-year-old Karl Morrison. They may be in a 2015 Toyota Tundra with Alberta licence plate CTN9517. This is an active child abduction alert, and the public across Alberta is urged to be vigilant and report any possible sightings immediately.

Photo: 6-year-old Lanakai Morrison (image provided by RCMP)

SECTION 2: OFFICIAL DETAILS

According to the official release from the RCMP in Alberta, the following information has been provided to assist the public in identifying the missing child and associated adults. For broader patterns and historical safety context in this region, see our overview of crime and community safety in Beaverlodge, Alberta, and follow ongoing Safety Alerts across Canada.

Who is missing

Missing Child: Lanakai Morrison

• Age: 6 years old
• Build: Slight
• Hair: Long, light brown
• Eyes: Brown

Associated adult: Biological mother

Krista Morrison is believed to be with Lanakai.

• Age: 35 years old
• Height: 5’8"
• Build: Medium
• Hair: Long, dark brown
• Eyes: Brown

Associated adult: Partner

Daniel Ludwig is also believed to be travelling with the group.

• Age: 35 years old
• Height: 5’11"
• Build: Large
• Hair: Brown
• Eyes: Brown

Other child

Police state that another child, 4-year-old Karl Morrison, is also believed to be with the group.

Vehicle information

• Make/Model: 2015 Toyota Tundra
• Licence Plate: Alberta plate CTN9517

Public assistance requested

The RCMP is asking for immediate assistance from the public to locate Lanakai Morrison and the individuals believed to be travelling with him. This is a critical child safety investigation.

DO NOT approach the adults if you believe you see them or the vehicle. For your safety and to protect the children, contact police right away.

If you have any information on the whereabouts of Lanakai, Krista, Daniel, Karl, or the 2015 Toyota Tundra with plate CTN9517, please contact:

• Beaverlodge RCMP: 780-354-2955
• Or your local police service anywhere in Canada

Crime Canada Community Call to Action: If you are in or travelling through northwestern Alberta, especially in and around the Valhalla Centre and Beaverlodge areas, stay alert for the listed individuals and vehicle. Even a partial licence plate match or brief sighting can be crucial. Call 780-354-2955 or your local police immediately with any tip, no matter how minor it may seem.

SECTION 3: CRIME CANADA SAFETY PERSPECTIVE

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, Amber Alerts like this one in Alberta are among the most time-sensitive and community-dependent safety events. The rapid sharing of accurate information—descriptions, vehicle details, and contact numbers—can significantly improve the chances of quickly and safely locating a missing child. In rural and semi-rural regions such as the communities surrounding Beaverlodge, residents often travel long distances by vehicle, which makes public awareness of plate numbers and vehicle types especially important.

For your safety and the safety of children involved, avoid direct contact with any person you suspect may be connected to this alert. Instead, note the location, direction of travel, distinctive features of the vehicle, and time of day, then call 780-354-2955 or your local police service. Keeping your mobile phone charged, pulling over safely before making a call, and discussing Amber Alert procedures with your family can all help you respond calmly and effectively when an alert is issued. Our mission at CrimeCanada.ca is to support law enforcement communications, provide clear context for incidents like this, and empower communities to act quickly and safely when children may be at risk.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the alberta community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.