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Florida Man Arrested for Attempted Kidnapping of 4-Year-Old at Walmart

Pablo Pintueles Hernandez was quickly identified and arrested thanks to advanced technology; his wife claims he was 'joking'.

  • Pablo Pintueles Hernandez was arrested on December 29 in Lee County, Florida, after attempting to kidnap a 4-year-old boy from a Walmart.
  • Hernandez approached the child, grabbed his wrist, and attempted to lead him away before a family member intervened.
  • Advanced technology was used to quickly identify Hernandez from surveillance footage, leading to his arrest within an hour of the incident.
  • Hernandez's wife, who was with him at the time, claimed he was just 'joking' and often interacts with children in this manner.
  • Hernandez was released from jail on New Year's Eve after posting a $100,000 bond and is due back in court on January 29.
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