Man Arrested for Attempted Child Abduction at Pedestrian Crossing in Petah Tikva
Police arrested a man yesterday in Petah Tikva after he was caught attempting to abduct a young girl at a pedestrian crossing. The incident was recorded, showing the suspect grabbing the child from behind, lifting her, and trying to flee the scene. Bystanders who witnessed the event immediately called the police, who arrived promptly, apprehended the suspect, and ensured the child was unharmed.
Following his arrest, the suspect was sent for psychiatric evaluation. While under observation, he attacked medical staff, leading to a second arrest. He remains in custody and has been transferred to a hospital for further treatment and assessment.
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