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Kidnapping Suspect Matthew Duchatelier Appears in Court for Attempted Child Abduction

WPLG Local 10September 5, 20252 min1,476 views
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Arrest in North Miami Kidnapping Attempt

  • 🚨 North Miami police have arrested 30-year-old Matthew Duchatelier in connection with an attempted kidnapping of an 11-year-old girl.
  • βš–οΈ Duchatelier appeared in court on Saturday to face charges of kidnapping and attempted kidnapping of a child under 13.

Details of the Attempted Abduction

  • 🎯 Investigators state that Duchatelier stopped his car near Northeast 135th Street and 10th Avenue, then exited his vehicle and ran towards the young girl.
  • 😨 An eyewitness described the terrifying moments, stating the girl was screaming and fighting as Duchatelier approached her.

Prior Accusations Against Suspect

  • ⚠️ Records indicate this is not Duchatelier's first encounter with law enforcement regarding a child.
  • πŸ“Œ In October, he was arrested for allegedly molesting a 13-year-old girl at a TJ Maxx in North Miami; that case remains open.

Legal Proceedings and Restraining Order

  • πŸ”’ Duchatelier is currently being held at TGK.
  • 🚫 The judge has ordered him to stay away from the young girl he targeted.
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