Police recover abducted child’s corpse in Bauchi
Bauchi State Police have arrested a suspect in the abduction and murder of a four-year-old boy whose body was discovered following a ransom demand.
‘Prophet of a cult’ convicted of numerous sexual crimes acted aggressively in his wife’s daycare
A man described as a 'prophet of a cult' and previously convicted of multiple sexual and violent crimes acted aggressively in a daycare run by his wife, leading to the daycare's closure by the municipality.
Sofia Alert for Esmeralda: The family suspects a circus "with many kids" that passed through Cosquín and expands the search for the missing girl
The national security ministry has activated the Sofia Alert for 2-year-old Esmeralda Pereyra López, last seen in Cosquín, Córdoba, amid family suspicions of possible abduction linked to a local circus.
Channel 5 to air 'chilling' true crime documentary on 'truly horrific' case
Channel 5 will broadcast a true crime documentary detailing the chilling investigation into the 1984 disappearance of seven-year-old Mark Tildesley, involving a gang of abusers.
The capital city police reassure parents – information about a possible child abduction has not been confirmed
Lithuanian police have clarified that an alleged incident of a child abduction in Vilnius was unfounded, as a different child boarded the suspicious vehicle.
Trial Against Block: It's No Longer About the Children
The trial against Christina Block reveals how deeply personal conflicts can overshadow the welfare of children involved in custody disputes.
Police arrest two for abducting minor in Adamawa
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the abduction of a four-year-old child in Adamawa State, Nigeria.
In case of an abduction alert, a notification will soon be sent to all phones in the affected area via FR-Alert
France will soon enhance its abduction alert system by integrating notifications into the FR-Alert system.
Court of Appeals changes assessment of suspicion in case concerning small girl in Haderslev
The Court of Appeals in Vestre has upheld a decision to detain a 37-year-old man implicated in the abduction of a seven-month-old girl in Haderslev, Denmark.
Finnish girl reported to have been tortured in Thailand – Finnish police have launched an investigation
The Finnish police have initiated an investigation into the case of a Finnish child who was repatriated from Thailand following allegations of torture and mistreatment.
Denmark: Sleeping Baby Abducted from Stroller
A seven-month-old baby was abducted in Denmark while sleeping in a stroller but was later found safe in a hotel room with a 37-year-old man.
Seven-month-old child found in a hotel room
A 37-year-old man has been charged with the abduction of a seven-month-old child from a stroller in Haderslev, Denmark.
Czechia has included Russian child abductors in the sanctions package. Fico and Orbán are blocking it
The EU member states have been negotiating new sanctions against Russia for over a month, now including Russian child abductors as proposed by the Czech government.
A. Lobov, accused of defaming M. Sinkevičius, faces punishment and a ban on social media use
A resident of Jonava, A. Lobov faces legal consequences for falsely accusing mayor M. Sinkevičius of serious crimes, including child abduction and trafficking.
Finnish journalist-artist suspected of child abduction issued restraining order in Spain – convicted of crimes in Finland
A Finnish man suspected of attempting to abduct a five-year-old child has been issued a restraining order in Spain after being released from custody.
Police video shows chase and rescue of child kidnapped by father after car overturns in Sumaré
The Military Police in São Paulo released footage of a dramatic rescue involving the attempted kidnapping of a 2-year-old girl from her father after a car crash.
Media: Finnish man suspected of abducting a little girl in Fuengirola
A Finnish man has been arrested in Fuengirola, Spain, for allegedly abducting a five-year-old girl from her family during a market visit.
Media: Finnish man arrested in Fuengirola - suspected of attempted child abduction
A 45-year-old Finnish man was arrested in Fuengirola, Spain, for attempting to abduct a five-year-old girl at a flea market.
2 women face abduction, assault charges after Amber Alert in Winnipeg
Two women in Winnipeg have been charged with abduction and assault following the issuance of an Amber Alert related to a two-year-old child who was taken but later found safe.
Abduction of Innocent Child, Attempted Rape, and Murder with a Stone
In Western Singhbhum, a 4-year-old boy was abducted, and following an attempted sexual assault, was brutally murdered with a stone, prompting rigorous police investigation.
Loan Case: A Key Hearing for the Trial Begins, Which the Defendants Tried to Halt Over 300 Times
Defendants in the Loan Danilo Peña abduction case have tried over 300 times to delay the trial proceedings, with a new preliminary hearing taking place in Corrientes.
The trial that must answer what the investigation could not: why Loan Peña disappeared
The trial concerning the mysterious disappearance of 5-year-old Loan Peña, last seen on June 13, 2024, involves 17 defendants, with serious allegations including the abduction of the child and attempts to obstruct the investigation.
Man arrested in guesthouse in Goiânia with son considered missing in SP
A man was arrested in Goiânia for allegedly abducting his 9-year-old son, keeping him hidden for almost two years without contact with his maternal family.
Ksenija's mission to save her brother taken to Russia
Ksenija Koldina, a 19-year-old journalism student, shares her harrowing experience of her brother's abduction by Russian forces during the ongoing war in Ukraine.
When I don't feel safe, I say I'm from Poprad, says Ukrainian director making a film about child abductions to Russia
Ukrainian director Anna Ahaliieva discusses her experiences of facing discrimination in Slovakia and her work on a film about Ukrainian children abducted to Russia.
Nigeria: Walida, ESE and the Unfinished Business of Child Protection
The story of Walida Abdullahi highlights serious concerns about child protection and the involvement of national security agencies in potential abuses in Nigeria.
Child abduction alert in Seine-Saint-Denis: the prosecutor calls on parents to hand over the two children sought by the authorities
A prosecutor in Seine-Saint-Denis has launched an abduction alert following the disappearance of three children, urging parents to return the two missing kids to authorities after the youngest was found in a Lille hospital.
Police search for suspect who killed man, shot ex-partner, and fled with 8-year-old son in Botucatu
A man was shot dead, his partner seriously injured, and their 8-year-old son abducted in an attack by the woman's ex-partner in Botucatu, Brazil.
The kidnapped child has been abroad for two years. "The system didn’t help me," says the father
A father laments that he hasn’t received assistance from the system after his child was kidnapped and taken abroad for two years.
Amber alert in Seine-Saint-Denis: three children including a premature baby, parents suspected
An Amber alert has been issued in Seine-Saint-Denis following the abduction of three children, including a premature baby, with their parents suspected of the crime.
"He is not your son, give him to me". Another "child thief" in Caivano.
A man attempted to abduct a child from a mother in Caivano, Italy, marking a disturbing incident following another attempted abduction earlier in Bergamo.
New judicial setback for Pablo Laurta: he is now accused of having child pornography
Pablo Laurta faces new charges of possessing child pornography in addition to his previous accusations of murder and child abduction.
Attempted abduction of a child in a supermarket in Caivano, arrested by the carabinieri
A 45-year-old Ghanaian man attempted to abduct a five-year-old child from a supermarket in Caivano, Italy, but was apprehended after being chased away by bystanders.
Mother threatened to keep children in Russia until she received a larger share in the divorce - court ruled on child abduction
A Finnish court found a mother guilty of child abduction after she took her children to Russia and refused to return them, demanding a larger divorce settlement from their father.
Shocking Scene: Homeless Man Tried to Snatch a Minor from Mother's Arms
A homeless man attempted to abduct a young girl from her mother in a shopping center in Lithuania, leading to his arrest after intervention from bystanders and security personnel.
The horror in the cities of those who 'steal' childhood
The article discusses a disturbing incident in Bergamo, Italy, where a man attempted to abduct a young child in broad daylight, raising concerns about safety in public spaces.
Attempt to abduct a child outside a supermarket: arrested Romani
In a shocking incident in Bergamo, a homeless man attempted to abduct a one-and-a-half-year-old girl from her mother outside a supermarket, resulting in the child's injury and the man's arrest after being subdued by bystanders.
Man who stabbed pregnant ex-partner and fled with child is killed after confrontation with police in PR
A man who stabbed his pregnant ex-partner and fled with her child was killed in a police confrontation in Paraná, Brazil.
Inside the grisly execution of 'womb raider' who ripped unborn baby from mother
Lisa Montgomery, the only female inmate on federal death row, was executed for the gruesome murder of a pregnant woman and the abduction of her unborn child, raising questions about mental health and the ethics of capital punishment.
Roman grabs a girl by the legs and tries to take her away, breaking her femur
A terrifying incident occurred in a Bergamo supermarket where a Romanian man attempted to abduct a one-and-a-half-year-old girl, resulting in her femur being broken during the struggle.
Children at 'imminent' kidnapping risk before thwarted abduction, police say
Police report that Jason William Forbes was planning to kidnap a child, posing as an officer, which led to his seven-year prison sentence.
Man who laughed as he abducted and raped girl, 12, in Nuneaton found guilty
Ahmad Mulakhil, 23, has been convicted of abducting and raping a 12-year-old girl in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, during a targeted attack.
Afghan asylum seeker found guilty of abducting and raping 12-year-old girl
An Afghan asylum seeker has been convicted for kidnapping and sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in Nuneaton, UK.
Daughter abused: Parents raise accusations against Europa-Park
The parents of a girl claim that Europa-Park staff neglected to assist during her abduction and alleged sexual abuse at the Rulantica water park.
Man jailed after police uncover detailed plans to abduct and abuse child
A Perth man has been sentenced to seven years in prison for plotting to kidnap and abuse a child after extensive police investigations revealed his premeditated plans.
April Jones' sister: 'The world is so scary - I'm waiting to wake up from the nightmare'
Hazel Jones, sister of murdered April Jones, expresses her fears for her children's safety thirteen years after the tragic abduction.
April Jones' tragic last moments with sister before she was kidnapped and killed
April Jones' sister reflects on her last moments with her before her tragic abduction and murder in 2012.
Sister of murdered April Jones breaks her silence – after dad died before finding her body
The sister of murdered five-year-old April Jones speaks out nearly 14 years after her abduction and murder, reflecting on her father's death before he could see April's remains found.
Gunmen abduct three children in Ebonyi
Three children have been abducted by gunmen in Ebonyi State, Nigeria, escalating concerns about child safety in the area.
Woman and child rescued from private imprisonment in Maceió; suspect arrested in the act
A woman and a child were rescued from captivity in Maceió after the woman called for help, leading to the arrest of her partner who was holding them in confinement.