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Woman who kidnapped 2 young girls posed as babysitter in Facebook mom group to gain access to family, police say
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· August 19, 2026
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Key points The suspect, a 42-year-old woman, has been charged with kidnapping and cruelty to children. The children's mother reported them missing, prompting a rescue effort.
A woman is accused of abducting two young girls after gaining their mother's trust. She allegedly used a Facebook group to build a relationship with the family over time. The suspect, a 42-year-old woman, has been charged with kidnapping and cruelty to children.
The children's mother reported them missing, prompting a rescue effort. Body camera video shows officers rescuing the children and arresting the suspect. Further details about the case, including the events leading up to the rescue, are available from the source, along with a video of the arrest and rescue.
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Published: August 19, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
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