A man snatched Cleo from her family’s tent in October 2021 and locked her in a bedroom at his home for 18 terrifying days.
Cleo Found Just Minutes From Home
Police discovered Cleo alive at the kidnapper’s house, only minutes away from her own home. The kidnapper was charged with child stealing and sentenced at Perth District Court by Chief Judge Julie Wager.
Massive Police Hunt Ends in Breakthrough
More than 100 officers worked tirelessly on the case. The breakthrough came when investigators traced a mobile phone number to a phone tower near the campsite.
Rescue Captured on Video
In a video from the rescue, Cleo can be seen smiling and identifying herself to the officers—relieved and safe at last.
