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Brave Child Foils Kidnap Attempt by Beggar in Mumbai
23 Mar
Summary
- A 9-year-old girl escaped an attempted kidnapping by a beggar.
- The incident occurred in Mumbai's Goregaon West area.
- Police have registered an FIR against the accused beggar.
In Goregaon West, Mumbai, a 9-year-old girl demonstrated remarkable courage by thwarting an attempted kidnapping on March 21. The incident began when the child was sent to deliver food to a friend's home. While en route, she was approached by a beggar named Chanda, who had previously visited her family's home. The beggar attempted to lure the child away by offering food, but the quick-thinking girl refused.
Instead of succumbing to fear, the young girl approached a passerby and asked for assistance in contacting her mother. This alert action drew the attention of bystanders who intervened and alerted the police. An FIR has been registered by the Mumbai police against the accused beggar. The swift response from the public and law enforcement ensured the child's safety and led to the apprehension of the suspect.
