In a remarkable display of courage and quick thinking, three 11-year-old girls stopped the potential kidnapping of their six-year-old neighbor. The heroic actions of these young girls have garnered praise from the Kent Police Department and the local community.
The incident occurred at an East Hill apartment complex around 8:18 p.m., the police department reported. An ice cream truck had attracted numerous children to the area when the three preteens noticed an adult man gripping the wrist of their young neighbor. The six-year-old’s brother called for her, but she was unable to break free. The girls observed her fear and heard her pleading with the man to let her go, prompting them to follow and intervene.
Without hesitation, the girls began recording the situation on their phones and confronted the man, questioning his relationship with the child. Despite the man’s attempt to deceive them, the young girl shook her head, signaling that he was lying. As the confrontation escalated, the man put the child down and attempted to flee. The girls quickly took the child back to her apartment, ensuring her safety.