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abduction

[ab-duhk-shuhn] / æbˈdʌk ʃən /
NOUN
taking away by force
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The CQC reports also said there were "continued breaches in relation to baby and infant abduction" policies, with staff unaware of when a test for a possible abduction incident had taken place.

From BBC

Nanos said the department is examining video from area homes of a car driving around the time of the abduction, but no vehicles have been linked to the crime at this point.

From Los Angeles Times

The purpose of their visit and the exact circumstances of their abduction remain murky.

From BBC

On Monday, the Pima County Sheriff’s Department addressed reports that there may be video of the suspect at Guthrie’s door on a day prior to her abduction, saying it was inconclusive.

From Los Angeles Times

While an abduction is a rare event, falling and getting lost are common problems for older people, and quickly getting help for a relative in need is critical.

From The Wall Street Journal