11-year-old girl abducted in Queens park; father intervenes and scares off the attacker, according to police.
In a harrowing incident on Tuesday in Queens, a father successfully pursued a man who allegedly abducted his 11-year-old daughter in Forest Park, according to police reports. The suspect, identified as Teddy Moussignac, 44, faces multiple charges including kidnapping, sexual abuse, criminal obstruction of breathing, forcible touching, and assault.
The timeline of events indicates that around 4:40 p.m., the young girl was riding her bicycle ahead of her father along a path in Forest Park. During her ride, she ventured onto a less frequented trail where the suspect allegedly emerged from the bushes, seized her, and muffled her cries by covering her mouth and nose while issuing a chilling threat.
Reports from law enforcement suggest that Moussignac demanded the child’s silence with the words, “If you scream, I’ll kill you. I just need help with something.” As he dragged her further into the wooded area, he reportedly assaulted her by fondling her inappropriately and striking her in the face and thigh to prevent her from making noise.
Upon realizing his daughter was missing, the father quickly began searching the surrounding area. He soon spotted her bike abandoned on the path, followed by a sighting of his daughter in the grips of the suspect. In an instinctive response, the father yelled out for help, prompting Moussignac to release the girl and flee the scene.
Law enforcement was promptly alerted, and police officers conducted a search of the park. They located both the father and daughter before successfully apprehending Moussignac. The girl was subsequently taken to Jamaica Hospital for treatment of minor injuries incurred during the incident.
Moussignac’s prior criminal history includes one sealed arrest, the details of which remain undisclosed. This case has raised significant concerns regarding safety in public spaces, particularly for children, and highlights the critical role of vigilant guardians and responsive law enforcement in crisis situations.
As the investigation continues, authorities are committed to ensuring the safety of the community and addressing the serious implications of this incident. Further updates are anticipated as more information becomes available.
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