Man faces sentencing for kidnapping 9-year-old girl from New York park
Craig Ross pleaded guilty in February to kidnapping and sexually abusing the girl after she went for a bike ride at Moreau State Park in Saratoga County.
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Craig Ross pleaded guilty in February to kidnapping and sexually abusing the girl after she went for a bike ride at Moreau State Park in Saratoga County.
Officials said a fingerprint on a ransom note led to Ross' arrest. Police are working to see if the 46-year-old is linked to any other alleged crimes. CBS New York's Jennifer Bisram reports.
A fingerprint on a ransom note led to his arrest. Police are working to see if Ross, 46, is linked to any other alleged crimes. CBS New York's Tony Aiello reports.
The girl went missing Saturday evening at Moreau Lake State Park, about 35 miles north of Albany, while riding her bicycle. CBS New York's Zinnia Maldonado has the latest developments.
Police said the girl ran for help when the suspect asked her to remove clothing.
Police say the pair has been located and had no idea they were being sought.
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In the quaint village of Sayville, parents are holding tight to their children after police disclosed the kidnapping of an autistic youth.
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