Sheriff’s Office Searches for Missing Newborn From Sun City Hospital

Published November 7, 2026.

The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is asking the public to help locate Benjamin William Miller. Authorities say the infant and his mother, 37-year-old Crystal Renee Miller, departed Banner Boswell Medical Center. Deputies say the infant needs immediate, continuous care and is at substantial risk of harm.

The Arizona Department of Child Safety had established a safety plan after Benjamin’s birth on October 25. His mother had reported drug use before he was born. Child safety workers arrived at the hospital intending to assume short-term care of the infant, but Crystal Miller refused and left on foot with him, authorities said.

The direction they went is unknown. The most recent address on record for Miller was close to 19th Avenue and Glendale Avenue, and she is not known to have a vehicle. Authorities also cited her reported homelessness and lack of employment as concerns for the infant’s safety.

Benjamin is described as a white infant, weighing roughly five pounds and without hair. His last reported outfit was a onesie that was white and brown. His mother is described as 5 feet 4 inches tall, weighing 165 pounds, with blonde hair and blue eyes. Her clothing when last seen is unknown.

People with information about the child or his mother are urged to contact the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office at 602-876-1011.