Scary Moment When A Masked Man Tried To Abduct A Child From His Father In Broad Daylight In Brooklyn

Posted • November 13, 2024: New York — Surveillance footage released by a community patrol group captured the alarming moment when a man in Brooklyn allegedly attempted to kidnap a 6-year-old boy in broad daylight, snatching him from his father’s side as they walked down the street. The incident occurred Saturday in the Crown Heights neighborhood and was recorded by a nearby security camera. The video, shared online by the Crown Heights Shomrim Patrol in coordination with the NYPD’s 71st Precinct, shows a masked man suddenly grabbing the child before the father quickly intervenes, preventing the abduction. The NYPD identified the suspect as Stephan Stowe, 28, who was arrested on Sunday. He faces charges including second-degree kidnapping, endangering the welfare of a child, and harassment. Authorities have not released additional details about Stowe’s background or any potential motive.