The kidnapping of a child is one of the worst nightmares for those of us who are parents, when we hear news of kidnapping of children we get the creeps. Therefore, it is important that we prevent any risky situation for our children and teach them to take care of themselves and protect themselves from bad people.
An idea that many families use is the "keyword" method, the same one that Arizona parents have taught their ten-year-old daughter, and has prevented the girl from being kidnapped.
The parks or the surroundings of the schools are usually the places where there is more risk. Last Wednesday, the girl was walking with a friend near a park in North Pecan Creek, a neighborhood in Arizona (United States), when a man driving a white car stopped by his side.
The man told the girl that her brothers had suffered an accident and that she had to accompany him. The girl asked the man what the "keyword" was, but not knowing it, the man left, according to ABC Arizona.
In Babies and more How to protect our children from sexual predators and what signs should put us on alertUpon arriving home, the girl was told her mother and immediately called the police to report what happened.
"Congratulations to this girl's parents for having a keyword and talking with their children about the danger of strangers," said Sheriff Mark Lamb of Arizona. "We hope this encourages parents to have that conversation and create a plan with your children, so they know what to do if they find themselves in that situation. "
The car had already been seen hanging around the neighborhood on other occasions and thanks to the description the girl gave, the police are looking for him.
What precautions to take
Although the "keyword" method is a good idea, the girl was lucky that the man left. It is important that we talk with our children about the danger of leaving with strangers and take precautions to avoid any risky situation, such as:
In Babies and more Before kidnapping attempts in schools: what precautions to take- Teach him that never, under any circumstances, should get into a stranger's car.
- Teach him to distrust: It is not about telling you that all strangers are bad, but do not be fooled by candies, toys or gifts they can offer.
- If the child goes home alone, what try to be accompanied For other children.
- Agree with your son an action protocoln in case of emergency, as this family has done.
- Teach him to ask for help before any risk situation.
