A Chinese kid may be kidnapped in next three weeks, RCMP warns

This is the first time I ever heard the cops announcing a crime that’s yet to happen. This must be very serious and the threat must be very real. The police have said it involves a Chinese kid.

Public Warning – Possible Child Kidnapping

News Release
Tuesday, June 9th , 2009

Richmond: Richmond RCMP have received information into the possibility of a child kidnapping that may occur in the next several weeks. The information at this point is extremely minimal but the priority is to advise the public so you may take the necessary precautions. It is believed the potential victim is Asian and attends one of the Richmond Elementary Schools.

Although information is limited police are also taking precautions and have a variety of resources acting on this information. Serious Crime Unit, Youth Section, General Duty and Bike Section will be pro actively investigating this.

We are urging parents to be extra vigilant. Communicate with your children and educate them on safety tips such as walking in groups and well lit, high traffic areas. If walking to school they should be walking with an adult and not another child.

Cpl. Jennifer Pound says, “If approached, kids need to know that it is okay to misbehave. Talk to your kids and ensure them that it is important for them to draw attention to themselves. It is okay to yell and scream and do whatever they can do to get the attention of passer-bys.”

If you have any information regarding this matter please call Cpl. Row at 604-207-4713 or if you
wish to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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