A 35-year-old man from Lancashire has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault after reports that a 12-year-old girl was kidnapped in the Treherbert area of Wales. The suspect also faces a charge of possession of a knife in a public place.
South Wales Police confirmed that the girl has been reunited with her family and that the man remains in police custody. The investigation is ongoing.
Details of the Incident
Police were called on Tuesday afternoon, June 30, to reports of a 12-year-old girl being kidnapped from the Treherbert area. Earlier reports that a 12-year-old boy had been abducted were incorrect, police said.
A spokesperson for South Wales Police stated: "South Wales Police was called on Tuesday afternoon to reports of a 12-year-old girl being kidnapped from the Treherbert area. A 35-year-old man from Lancashire has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and possession of a knife in a public place and remains in police custody."
Community Response
The arrest follows a swift police response. The girl's family has been supported by officers. No further details have been released as the investigation continues.
