FISHERSVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office has announced that the three children abducted from a bus stop in Fishersville have been located safe as of 6:15 p.m. The AMBER Alert that had been issued has now been canceled. Authorities have not released additional details at this time. For further information, please contact the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office. Further updates will be provided as new details become available.

Earlier:

FISHERSVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The children abducted from their Fishersville school bus stop were taken away by their mother, according to the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office. Shanice Chante Davison, 35, of Evergreen, Alabama, is believed to be on her way back to Alabama with her biological children in tow. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Shanice Davison or the children are asked to call the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office immediately at 540-245-5333. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Augusta Crime Stoppers at 800-322-2017. People should NOT, however, approach them.

Full information is found in the news release below.

News Release:

The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is providing an update on the case involving the recent abduction of three children. After an extensive investigation, we have determined that the estranged biological mother, Shanice Chante Davison, 35, of Evergreen, Alabama, is responsible for their disappearance.

Based on evidence gathered, it is believed that Ms. Davison is traveling with the children and is likely on the way back to Alabama. The safety and well-being of the children remain our highest priority, and we are working diligently with law enforcement agencies across state lines to locate them.

Shanice Chante Davison is described as an African American female, 5’ 06”, 185, black hair, brown eyes. She may be driving a black four door sedan. The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office has not determined the tag information on the suspect vehicle at this time.

We urge anyone with information about the whereabouts of Shanice Davison or the children to contact the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office immediately at 540-245-5333; Investigator Ron Reid. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 800-322-2017.

“This is an active investigation, and we are committed to reuniting the children with their legal guardians as quickly and safely as possible,” said Sheriff Donald Smith. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available. There is currently no immediate threat to the Augusta County community.

Important Reminder If you see Shanice Davison or the children, do not approach them. Instead, contact local law enforcement. It is believed that Davison has crossed stateliness and is no longer in Virginia.

Shanice Davison is currently wanted by the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office for three counts of VA Code 18.2-47, felony abduction.

Thank you for your assistance in helping us ensure the safety of these children.

Earlier:

FISHERSVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Virginia State Police and Virginia Missing Children Clearinghouse have issued an AMBER Alert following the abduction of three siblings from a bus stop in Fishersville on December 5, 2024. Authorities say 10-year-old Jai’Marcus Elijah Lewis, 8-year-old Ja’Miyah Tiana Lewis, and 6-year-old Ja’Liyah Monae Lewis are believed to be in extreme danger. They were last seen at the Bobby’s Way Apartment Complex and may be with their biological mother, Shanice Chante Davidson, possibly traveling in a black, newer model Nissan Sentra. Jai’Marcus was last seen wearing unknown clothing, while Ja’Miyah and Ja’Liyah were wearing pink coats. Anyone with information should contact the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office at (540) 245-5333 or visit Virginia State Police Active Alerts for further details.