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Homeless Man Arrested After Attempted Supermarket Kidnapping

2/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

A homeless man allegedly attempted to kidnap an 18-month-old girl in a Bergamo, Italy, supermarket on February 17, 2026.
CCTV footage shows the man lunging for the child as her parents exited the store.
The mother struggled to hold onto her daughter.
Bystanders and security intervened.
The man was arrested and now faces charges of aggravated kidnapping and assault.

History

Historical Context

The kidnapping of Charles Lindbergh Jr. on March 1, 1932, marked a pivotal moment in American crime history, leading to the enactment of the Federal Kidnapping Act. The case, dubbed the "Crime of the Century," highlighted vulnerabilities in child safety and prompted national discussions on mental health and societal protection, echoing contemporary concerns like the recent attempted abduction in Bergamo, Italy.

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Story summary

A homeless man allegedly attempted to kidnap an 18-month-old girl in a Bergamo, Italy, supermarket on February 17, 2026.
CCTV footage shows the man lunging for the child as her parents exited the store.
The mother struggled to hold onto her daughter.
Bystanders and security intervened.
The man was arrested and now faces charges of aggravated kidnapping and assault.

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