What is hailey owens?

Hailey Owens was a 10-year-old girl from Springfield, Missouri who was tragically kidnapped, sexually assaulted, and murdered in February 2014. Her abduction sparked a massive search effort by law enforcement and community volunteers, but sadly her body was found hours later in the home of her abductor, Craig Michael Wood.

The case brought widespread attention and condemnation, leading to changes in Missouri state law to increase penalties for child abductions. Hailey's family and the Springfield community continue to honor her memory and advocate for child safety and protection.