Mother Charged in Shocking Case of Missing South African Girl
The mother of 6-year-old Joslin Smith, missing for nearly three weeks, faces charges of kidnapping and trafficking, igniting widespread outrage.
- Kelly Smith and three others, including her boyfriend, have been charged with kidnapping and trafficking 6-year-old Joslin Smith, who remains missing.
- The arrest follows allegations of the mother selling her daughter for just over $1,000, sparking a major search operation in South Africa.
- Discarded clothing believed to belong to Joslin was found near her home, with some items reportedly spattered with blood.
- The suspects face life in prison if convicted of human trafficking, as the search for Joslin continues with police and community efforts.
- Authorities are refocusing efforts to find Joslin alive, amid calls for 'every citizen, every person' to help in the search.