Police are seeking public assistance following the abduction of a four-year-old child while his mother was attending to a baby. The young boy disappeared near a fish pond at a local park in Sandwell, close to Birmingham, but was later found in nearby woodland after being missing for a short period.

The incident occurred yesterday afternoon at Haden Hill Park in Cradley Heath. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to help with the ongoing investigation. West Midlands Police mentioned that specialized officers are currently speaking with the child and his family to determine the exact sequence of events.

The suspect is described as a black male in his late teens, of short stature, with curly hair, clean-shaven, and dressed in black attire. While the authorities believe this to be an isolated case, they acknowledge the community’s concern and assure that they are taking the matter seriously.

Law enforcement officials are reviewing CCTV footage as part of their inquiries and are encouraging any witnesses to provide information. They are specifically interested in hearing from individuals who were present in the park at the time and may have captured footage on their mobile devices.

Anyone with relevant details is urged to contact the police at 101, quoting log number 3966-180626. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be submitted to Crimestoppers at 0800 555111. Additional officers will be deployed in the area to provide support and reassurance to the public, and individuals with pertinent information are encouraged to approach them.

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