New York kidnapping suspect spotted at Peoria hotel with two young boys

PEORIA, Ill. -- Authorities say a man wanted in New York for allegedly kidnapping his two sons has been spotted in Peoria.

Police say 37-year-old Natan Horowitz, also known as Nathan Horowitz, quickly checked out of a Peoria hotel Friday morning after officers were called there on another, unrelated matter.

They say Horowitz checked in April First under the name Sammy Baker, accompanied by the boys, 5-year-old Joseph and 3-year-old Michael.

Hotel employees said they became suspicious of Horowitz's actions and checked a Web site on missing children for information.

Horowitz was last seen driving a gray 1997 four-door Buick LeSabre with New York plates DYP1887.