Etowah County Missing Juvenile Located in Gaylesville – Arrests Made
Etowah County, AL – Sheriff Jonathon Horton announces that sixteen-year-old Layla Brogdon (Williams), who was reported missing on August 20, 2025, has been located safe. Following the investigation, two arrests have been made in connection with the case.
An Attalla man and woman were arrested on August 26 and August 27, 2025 for Failure to Report a Missing Child, according to Sheriff Horton.
Ronald Brogdon, 42, and Faith Brogdon, 40, were both taken into custody in connection with this case. Records indicate that the custodial parents were aware of Layla’s disappearance on August 18th around noon but did not report her missing until August 20th at 6:05 p.m.
On August 21, 2025, Layla was located in Gaylesville, Alabama by Sheriff’s Investigators. She was transported to the Etowah County Sheriff’s Office, where the Etowah County Department of Human Resources (DHR) was contacted and responded.
Both Ronald and Faith Brogdon were incarcerated at the Etowah County Detention Center before being released on $1,000 bonds each.
“This case highlights how critically important it is for parents and guardians to promptly report missing children,” said Sheriff Jonathon Horton. “Every moment matters in these situations, and delays can put children at unnecessary risk. We are thankful that she was located safely, and this case will continue to be reviewed in coordination with DHR.”
This case remains under investigation. No further information will be released at this time.
The Sheriff’s Office reminds the public that all missing child cases should be reported immediately by calling 911 or contacting the Sheriff’s Office directly at (256) 546-2825.
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