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A South African mother, her boyfriend, and a friend have been sentenced to life in prison for kidnapping and trafficking her 6-year-old daughter, who was sold for her eyes and skin, with ongoing investigations into her disappearance.
A South African woman was sentenced to life in prison for kidnapping and selling her 6-year-old daughter, allegedly to a traditional healer for her eyes and skin, highlighting the rising issue of child kidnapping in the country.
A South African woman, Racquel 'Kelly' Smith, was sentenced to life in prison for kidnapping and selling her 6-year-old daughter, Joshlin, reportedly for 20,000 rand, with additional sentences for her co-accused. The case drew national attention and highlighted rising child kidnappings in South Africa, with the mother showing no remorse and being found manipulative.
Hamas terrorists kidnapped children and used a motorcycle exhaust pipe to burn their legs as a way to identify them if they tried to escape. The children were also drugged and subjected to horrific treatment while being shuffled between locations. The children have since been released and shared their harrowing experiences. Israeli officials have condemned Hamas for their sadistic actions and called for action against the terrorist group.
Former UFC champion Conor McGregor criticized Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar for downplaying the kidnapping and release of a 9-year-old Irish-Israeli girl by Hamas terrorists. McGregor called Varadkar a disgrace for using the terms "lost" and "found" to describe the abduction and subsequent release of the child. Varadkar's social media post was flagged for failing to highlight that the girl was released as part of a hostage deal. This criticism follows McGregor's recent condemnation of Irish leaders for their handling of a stabbing incident in Dublin.
Fabian Marta, a funder of the crowdfunded anti-child trafficking film "Sound of Freedom," has been arrested and charged with felony child kidnapping. Marta's name appeared in the movie's credits as one of the investors. Screenshots of since-removed social media posts suggest his involvement with the film. The film dramatizes the story of anti-child sex-trafficking organization Operation Underground Railroad. Marta's next court date is set for August 28, and if found guilty, he could face 10 years to life in prison.
The Austin Police Department has announced charges against a man accused of attempting to kidnap a teenage girl in north Austin. Willie Thompson, 48, has been charged with trafficking of a child and sexual assault of a child. The girl managed to escape by hatching a plan and seeking help from store employees. The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges and arrests may be made. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program.
The Memphis Police Department has identified Laderio Gordon, 29, as the man responsible for kidnapping and raping children in South Memphis. Gordon was arrested on April 27 and charged with especially aggravated kidnapping, rape of a child, and employment of a firearm with intent to commit a felony. Two girls abused by Gordon positively identified him, and additional charges related to the kidnappings and sexual assaults are expected. Police are continuing to track down leads of other cases which he may be connected to and have asked the public to report any suspicious activity or contact Crime Stoppers.