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My Mom Tried to Kidnap My Nephew. Her Excuse Is Beyond Bizarre.

First publishedJul 30, 17:00 UTC
Last updatedJul 30, 20:24 UTC · 40m ago
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My Mom Tried to Kidnap My Nephew. Her Excuse Is Beyond Bizarre.
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A woman tried to take her nephew away while his mother was overseas. She said she had a strange reason for doing it. The child's aunt reported the incident to the family. The mother later explained her actions in a bizarre way.

Why it matters

It shows how family conflicts can become serious and even involve police. Readers should be aware of warning signs in caregiving situations.

In brief
Who tried to take the child?
The child's grandmother attempted to take him.
What was the mother's excuse?
She gave a bizarre explanation that the family found strange.
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