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South African Mother Charged with Trafficking in Daughter's Disappearance
The mother of a 6-year-old girl who went missing in South Africa has been arrested and charged with kidnapping and human trafficking, along with three others, after neighbors accused her of selling her daughter for just over $1,000. Despite a major search operation involving police, firefighters, and specialized sniffer dog units, the girl, Joslin Smith, has not been found. The suspects, including the mother's boyfriend, did not enter a plea and remain in custody, facing a potential life sentence if convicted. The community is deeply angered, and authorities are focused on finding the child alive, with the possibility of more arrests in the future.
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"Emotional Search Intensifies for Missing South African Girl"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
The search for 6-year-old Joslin Smith, missing for two weeks in South Africa, has intensified with the involvement of the navy and specialized units, as well as community members claiming to have found bloodied items. Police have urged the public to refrain from recording the searches, emphasizing the potential impact on the investigation. The case has sparked national attention, highlighting the country's high level of crime against children, with the community expressing anger and fear. Additionally, a separate search has been launched for a 3-year-old boy in another town near Cape Town.
"Tragic Update: 13-Year-Old Madeline Soto's Disappearance and Suspect in Custody"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WESH 2 Orlando
The search continues for 13-year-old Madeline Soto, who went missing in Central Florida. The prime suspect, Stephan Sterns, has been arrested on charges of sexual battery and possession of child sexual abuse material. Investigators believe Sterns has information regarding Soto's disappearance but he has refused to answer questions. Soto's backpack was found in a dumpster, and authorities believe she was already dead when Sterns was seen with her in the car. The Orange County Public Schools superintendent expressed condolences, and extensive search efforts are ongoing, with the hope that someone may have information to help find Soto.
"Timeline of Events Leading to Arrest of Mother's Boyfriend in Florida Teen's Disappearance"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 35 Orlando
Madeline Soto, a 13-year-old girl from Florida, has been missing since Feb. 26, and her mother's boyfriend, Stephan Sterns, is considered a prime suspect. Sterns was arrested on charges of sexual battery and possession of child sexual abuse material, but not in connection to Soto's disappearance. Madeline was last seen with Sterns when he dropped her off at a church near her school, and she hasn't been found since. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement considers her "endangered," and an Amber Alert has not been issued. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Orange County Sheriff's Office.
"Florida Teen Missing: Mother's Boyfriend Arrested as Prime Suspect"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
The search continues for 13-year-old Madeline Soto, missing since Monday, as her mother's boyfriend, Stephan Sterns, is arrested on unrelated charges but considered a prime suspect in her disappearance. Disturbing images and videos were found on Sterns' phone, leading to a sexual battery case. Madeline was last seen near her school, and the search involves over 100 deputies and bloodhounds. Anyone with information is urged to contact the authorities.
"Search for Missing 3-Year-Old Elijah Vue Intensifies in Two Rivers"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
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"Police Seek Help in Locating 2 Children After Child's Remains Found in Colorado Storage Unit"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
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"5-Year-Old Kentucky Girl Missing, Mother Found Dead: Amber Alert Issued"
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