Provo Police Issue Warrant for Missing Twins Case
Authorities seek Victoria Zoe Vincent following a custodial interference case involving missing seven-year-old twins.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Sex Crimes
Provo police issued an arrest warrant for Victoria Zoe Vincent on Sept. 10, 2026, accusing her of third-degree felony custodial interference. The twins have been missing for 15 months since they were last seen in July 2025.
Why it matters
The warrant highlights ongoing efforts to locate the children after a December 2025 court ruling granted sole custody to their father, Joshua Johns. Investigators are currently coordinating with the U.S. Marshals Service to track potential sightings across several states.
Victoria Zoe Vincent faces one count of third-degree felony custodial interference under a no-bail warrant. Police are currently investigating reports of the children in Texas, Oregon, Washington, and Northern California.
The players
Victoria Zoe Vincent
She is the subject of an arrest warrant for alleged custodial interference involving her missing children.
Joshua Johns
He is the father who was granted sole custody of the children and is working with state legislators on abduction policy.
Stephen Whyte
He is a Representative working with the father of the missing children to draft legislation regarding parental child abduction.
U.S. Marshals Service
This federal agency is assisting local law enforcement in the ongoing investigation.
The details
Victoria Zoe Vincent allegedly took the children from a gymnastics class at the Orem Recreation Center, leaving her vehicle with the keys inside. The investigation remains active as authorities follow leads across multiple states.
Timeline
July 21, 2025: The twins were last seen in Provo.
December 2025: A divorce decree granted Joshua Johns sole custody.
May 2026: Police stated they had no information children were in danger.
September 10, 2026: An arrest warrant was issued for Victoria Zoe Vincent.
Legal Context
The search for the children follows the pattern of ongoing efforts to update Utah parental child abduction laws. This case highlights the limitations of current custody enforcement and is driving calls for new legislative reform.
Residents are encouraged to contact the Provo police detective at 801-852-6210 if they have information regarding the children. Tips can also be reported to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children at 1-800-843-5678.
The takeaway
Custodial disputes that escalate into disappearances require sustained public vigilance to assist law enforcement. Families involved in similar custody battles should ensure their legal documentation is accessible to relevant authorities.
Further reading
For more information on legal proceedings regarding parental disputes, visit the Sex Crimes section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KUTV.
