Crime & Justice

Man posing as utility worker tries to kidnap caregiver only to be thwarted by 85-year-old 'hero,' cops say

A 42-year-old Oregon man allegedly tried to kidnap a woman working as a caregiver, but his actions were foiled by an 85-year-old "hero" who heard the victim's cries for help and intervened. The post Man posing as utility worker tries to kidnap caregiver only to be thwarted by 85-.

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  • Primary source: Law & Crime
  • Published: May 20, 2026, 11:35 AM UTC
  • Coverage area: Crime & Justice
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