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12-year-old girl kidnapped at sleepover by friend’s uncle, forced into the woods, reports say
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk Akim Powell , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· August 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Deputies made an arrest in the case, taking a 38-year-old into custody. A 12-year-old girl was taken from a home by a man who is now facing accusations.
A 12-year-old girl was taken from a home by a man who is now facing accusations. Deputies made an arrest in the case, taking a 38-year-old into custody. The girl had been at a sleepover when the incident occurred.
A driver reported seeing the girl emerge from a wooded area near a road. The girl said she was forced to get into a truck and driven to the woods. Further details about the incident are available, including the circumstances of the arrest and the relationship between the accused and the girl.
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Category: safety Published: August 19, 2026 Source: KGNS — Sitewide Reading time: 1 min
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