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Suspected Kidnappers in Custody, Child not Found

     Roughly two weeks ago, local preschooler Julia Carter, age 5, went missing. One week later, Sophie Harris, a student at Silverton Junior High. was abducted. And now, just two days ago, Eva Davis has been abducted. 

     Despite the arrest and pending prosecution of her suspected captors, Eva's whereabouts are currently unknown. The two men, aged 29 and 37, deny any involvement in the three cases, despite an overwhelming knowledge of each case. 

     Giving the surprising amount of disappearances that occurred in the past weeks, parents, as well as local law enforcement, are on edge.

     "It's an awful feeling," Mrs. Davis proclaimed; "You feel as though you failed your child, failed as a parent". "No mother should ever have to wonder if their child is dead or alive".

      If you or someone you know has any information regarding her potential whereabouts, they are urged to contact authorities immediately.  


Eva Davis, age 6



Please note that this is not a real news article, and is pure fiction.

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