Kidnapping or abduction is the unlawful abduction and confinement of a person against their will, and is a crime in many jurisdictions. [1] Kidnapping may be accomplished by use of force or …

4 days ago · Woman Abducted at Age 3 in 1983 Found Alive After 40 Years — and Her Mother Is Now Charged Now 46, Michelle Newton was shocked to learn that her family had been looking …

Kidnapping, criminal offense consisting of the unlawful taking and carrying away of a person by force or fraud or the unlawful seizure and detention of a person against his will. In all countries …

Although the terms kidnapping and abduction are sometimes used interchangeably, abduction is a broader category that generally does not require the threat or use of force.

Jul 14, 2025 · Kidnapping statutes generally require proof of a motive such as obtaining ransom, holding a hostage, or causing injury. In contrast, abduction often centers on the intent to …

May 27, 2025 · Under federal and state law, kidnapping involves the taking of a person from one place to another against their will, often by physical force. It can also include the confinement …

Dec 15, 2025 · Kidnapping is a criminal offense under state and federal law. It is defined as taking a person from one place to another against his or her will, or confining a person to a set …

When gunmen stormed St. Mary Catholic School in Nigeria’s Papiri community, the children tried to escape but were told they would be shot if they ran away. The Associated Press is an …

Aug 21, 2025 · Information on the crime of kidnapping, which can consist of involuntary transportation or confinement, as defined by state and federal laws.

Dec 9, 2025 · A group of 100 Nigerian schoolchildren who were rescued from kidnappers were set to be reunited with their families on Tuesday after undergoing medical checks in central Niger …