News · 7 August 2026

Child found safe after car stolen with them inside in Leeds

A two-year-old child was found safe after a grey Volvo was stolen with them inside from Wakefield on Wednesday evening. Police said the car was taken from Long Thorpe Lane at about 8:30 PM BST while the child's parents were nearby. The vehicle was recovered within 15 minutes near Woodlesford Lock in Leeds, and no arrests have been made.

By BriefTea Editorial · 7 August 2026 at 16:59

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