Teen girl arrested for attempted child abduction in Udon Thani

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

A teenage girl tried to kidnap a three-year-old boy from local temple in Udon Thani province, causing panic among residents. Concerned that she might harm the child due to her obvious drug-induced condition, villagers immediately alerted the police.

After receiving the call, officers from the local police station quickly arrived at the scene in Ban Porn Sawan, Soi 1, Nong Na Kham Subdistrict, Muang District. They found 19-year-old Metta in front of the house, where she was being held by local residents. Despite their efforts, Metta resisted arrest, insisting that she had done nothing wrong and only wanted to take the child out for ice cream.

“I didn’t do anything wrong. I just wanted to take the kid to get some ice cream. Why are you arresting me?

The confrontation escalated when police tried to escort her to their car. Metta, apparently under the influence of alcohol or drugs, resisted, lying on the ground and screaming.

“What did I do wrong? I’m just taking the kid out for ice cream, don’t hurt me.”

Eventually, the officers managed to get her into a police truck, but not without difficulty.

Metta continued to protest, questioning the police actions.

“Have some common sense, I’m not wrong,” she screamed as she tried to jump out of the truck. The police had to lock her in the car to prevent further escape attempts.

Teen girl arrested for attempted child abduction in Udon Thani | Tiger News — Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

In an interview with the media, Metta explained that she missed her child, who lived with her grandparents while her husband worked abroad. She claimed that she did not use drugs, but only alcohol, which caused her to become agitated. However, her erratic behavior led the villagers to believe otherwise and they called on the police to conduct a drug test.

Meanwhile, the boy’s father, a 22-year-old monk named Keng, spoke about the incident. He told reporters that he saw Metta carrying his son while he was in the temple. His wife pursued Metta, who insisted that the boy was her child and intended to take him for ice cream.

As a result of the confrontation, Metta allegedly attacked the boy’s mother, 23-year-old Busaba, leaving her with bruises. The villagers intervened and managed to take the child away and call the police.

The boy’s aunt corroborated the story, noting that Metta used to be attractive before becoming a victim of drug abuse. She said the incident frightened the community, especially given Metta’s history of drug use. Residents fear for the safety of their children and are calling on police to provide Metta with drug rehabilitation to prevent future incidents.

The incident shocked residents of the area, with many expressing concern about the teenage girl’s erratic behavior. The community hopes that the police will take the necessary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of its residents, especially children.

Police are expected to conduct a thorough investigation and drug testing to determine appropriate charges and interventions for Metta, KhaoSod reported.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common questions asked about this news.

Why do incidents like Metta’s often escalate despite the intentions seeming harmless?

Drug-induced conditions can impair judgment, causing actions to be misinterpreted as threatening, escalating tensions in the community.

How can communities better manage situations involving people suspected of substance abuse?

Implementing awareness programs and providing immediate access to mental health services can help de-escalate such incidents.

What if communities had more resources for drug rehabilitation and mental health support?

This could reduce the recurrence of disturbing incidents, create a safer environment and potentially rehabilitate the people affected.

Why can Metta deny using drugs, despite the fact that society says otherwise?

Denial may be due to stigma, fear of legal consequences, or self-deception about substance addiction.

How do such incidents affect public trust and perceptions of safety?

They can increase fear and mistrust, prompting calls for increased security and public vigilance.

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