Suspect sought after failed kidnapping attempt of boy (3)

South African Police Service

Suspect sought after failed kidnapping attempt of boy (3)
Suspect sought after failed kidnapping attempt of boy (3). Photo: SAPS

The Frances Baard Cluster Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit (FCS), is appealing to members of the community to assist in tracing the man (depicted in the photo) who is sought in connection with an attempted kidnapping case.

It is alleged that the suspect, snatched a 3 year old boy who was playing with other children outside his home in Galeshewe. The suspect grabbed the boy without saying anything and ran away with him.

The boy was rescued after one of the children who was playing with him reported the matter to the boy’s mother. The suspect dropped the boy and fled on foot after the boy’s mother yelled at him to bring back the boy.

Any information that could assist us to apprehend the suspect, can contact the Investigating Officer, Sergeant Reginald Zephe at 072 575 2980 / 053 8076 161. Or contact Crime Stop on 08600 10111.

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SOURCESouth African Police Service