Man Charged in Alleged Child Kidnapping Case: Austin Police Update
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.