Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Missing Since: June 1, 1996 from York, South Carolina Classification: Family Abduction Date of Birth: May 26, 1992 Age: 4 years old Height and Weight: 3'2 - 3'5, 45 - 55 pounds Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian male. Sandy brown hair, brown eyes. Zackary may use the alias Zach Sketo. He has a scar on his forehead. Some agencies spell his first name "Zachary." Medical Conditions: Zackary may have asthma.
Details of Disappearance
Zackary was last seen in York, South Carolina on June 1, 1996. He was abducted by his non-custodial mother, Marisa Ann Kirsh. Marisa's photograph and vital statistics are posted below this case summary. A felony warrant for kidnapping was issued for her on August 12, 1996.In 2004, Marisa was arrested in South Africa and charged with attempted smuggling of nuclear weapons. She allegedly helped to smuggle spark plugs in 2003 from the United States to South Africa, en route to Pakistan. The devices have medical uses, but they can also be used to detonate bombs. Authorities believe Marisa was working with Asher Karni, a South African businessman who had allegedly cut a deal with Humayun Khan, a Pakistani, who was supposed to receive the weapons components. Karni pleaded guilty to related charges and was sentenced to three years in prison. He has since returned to his native Israel. Khan remains free in Pakistan. Marisa is awaiting trial.
It's unclear whether Zackary was with his mother at the time of her arrest or whether his current whereabouts are known, but he remains listed as a missing child. His case remains unsolved.
Texas authorities are assisting with Zackary's investigation.
Marisa Ann Kirsh
Above Images: Marisa Ann Kirsh
Date of Birth: March 2, 1961
Age: 35 years old
Height and Weight: 5'7, 120 - 130 pounds
Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian female. Brown hair, brown eyes. Marisa may use the last names Sketo and/or Sketo-Kirsh.
Investigating Agency
Source Information
Updated 1 time since October 12, 2004.
Last updated October 9, 2010; age-progression and details of disappearance updated.
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
York County Sheriff's Office
803-628-3059
OR
Texas Department of Public Safety
800-346-3243
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
Rino Kids Online
Texas Department of Public Safety
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