He doesn't own a vehicle. - Father and Daughter Apprehended in Paris Following Escape Incident
Two people were reported to the French police by a vigilant witness, according to the Magdeburg Police Department's spokesperson on Friday evening. The man was promptly arrested, while the girl seemed to be holding up okay. Police continue to probe the situation.
Locals were greatly appreciated by the police for the immense assistance they provided during the search process. Numerous tips emerged in recent days from the public.
Concerns over the child's wellbeing
The family had serious concerns about the safety of a 2-year-old girl!
Following a spat, the father had fled with the little one. His last known whereabouts were around 25 kilometers from the disappearance site, presumably as a hitchhiker. With the involvement of multiple law enforcement agencies, they combed the area intensively for the dad and daughter.
A breakthrough was achieved on Friday evening. Based on the witness's testimonies, the man was detained in Paris!
"Familiar circumstance" characterization
Since Wednesday, the man was searched for throughout the country using his photo. Prior to that, there was an altercation with the girl's mother in Kroppenstedt (Börde district), resulting in the man leaving town with his daughter in tow.
The law enforcers Only referred to it as a "familiar circumstance". They didn't anticipate the man would voluntarily come back. He was formally reported missing on Tuesday.
Trail lost in the next town
He was sighted with the toddler in Halberstadt and nearby Klein Quenstedt (Saxony-Anhalt), which is 25 kilometers away from Kroppenstedt. Commissioner Sünnemann confirmed, "It's known that the man currently doesn't have a vehicle and has hitchhiked before."
The family and authorities were deeply concerned about the two lives, as the case had delicate personal aspects. It couldn't be ruled out that the man might endanger his own life and that of the child.
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