Bhubaneswar, June 8 -- A man was allegedly caught by villagers while attempting to kidnap a child in Dumurikhul village under Ambajhari Panchayat of Boudh district on Saturday night. The incident took place under the jurisdiction of Baghiapada Police Outpost.

According to villagers, the suspect was caught while allegedly trying to flee with a small child. The child reportedly woke up and raised an alarm, prompting family members and nearby residents to rush to the spot and apprehend the man.

The incident reportedly took place late in the night when residents of Dumurikhul village were asleep. The accused man allegedly entered the village and moved from house to house.

Taking advantage of the late-night hours, the individual allegedly a...