Man accused of kidnapping Rankin teen extradited to Mississippi

RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. – The man accused of kidnapping a Rankin County teenager has been extradited back to Mississippi.

Investigators with the Rankin County Sheriff’s Office said Kaleb James Cannady, 34, is being held in the Rankin County Detention Center. 

The man is accused of kidnapping John Michael Jones, 16, last month. Investigators said Jones had been lured online to meet with someone down the road from a home.

Authorities identified the suspect as Cannady, and a BOLO was issued for his vehicle. Investigators said the vehicle was located just after 7:15 p.m. on Monday, October 28 in Arkansas.

Cannady was arrested for active warrants through the Rankin County Court. Deputies said Jones was found safe and was taken into the custody of Arkansas State Police.

In Rankin County, Cannady faces charges of enticement and kidnapping. The investigation is ongoing.