Police have launched an urgent manhunt after a car was stolen with a toddler inside in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The grey Volvo was taken from Long Thorpe Lane at around 8.30pm on Wednesday evening, with the child still inside.
Vehicle recovered quickly
The vehicle was driven for approximately 15 minutes before being abandoned near Woodlesford Lock, Leeds. Officers recovered the car and the child was returned to their family safely. The suspect had fled the scene.
Police investigation ongoing
A West Yorkshire Police statement said: "Officers received reports of a stolen car at around 8.30pm last night (5 August). The car was stolen from Long Thorpe Lane, Wakefield, and a child was in the car."
"Within approximately fifteen minutes of the report the police recovered the car near Woodlesford Lock, Leeds, and the child was returned to their family safely. Enquiries are currently ongoing."
