May 15, 2022

KCPD: Child was still in backseat when suspect stole vehicle

Posted May 15, 2022 1:00 PM

KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a suspect for alleged kidnapping after an arrest on Saturday.

Just after 11:30a.m., police responded to report of a stolen vehicle in the 1300 Block of North 78th Street, according to a media release.

Police learned that a child was still in the back seat when the vehicle was taken. Police immediately broadcast the suspect information across the city.

Just before noon, officers observed the vehicle and began a pursuit that traveled into Missouri and returned to Kansas. At 12:13 p.m., police were able to stop the vehicle at College Parkway and State Avenue.

Police took the suspect into custody and were able to return the child, unharmed to the family.