On Friday, July 19, 2024, Hayder Hasan Albu Mohammed, 40, was charged with attempted kidnapping in the second degree after allegedly attempting to abduct a 6-year-old girl at the Meridian Green Apartments on Kent’s East Hill on Tuesday, July 16.
The charges were filed by King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion.
As we previously reported, the defendant is alleged to have attempted to kidnap a 6-year-old girl after three preteen girls intervened to protect the child.
According to the charging documents, officers from the Kent Police Department responded to the 911 call around 8 p.m. on July 16. Witnesses reported seeing Albu Mohammed gripping the girl’s hand tightly and attempting to flee with her. The quick actions of three young witnesses, who confronted Albu Mohammed and recorded the incident, thwarted the abduction.
The victim’s family was unaware of the attempted abduction until police arrived. Albu Mohammed was detained by officers shortly after the incident, still wearing the clothing described by witnesses.
Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Lakeysha N. Washington emphasized the seriousness of the crime in the bail request, stating:
“The facts of this case are quite concerning, and quite simply, every parent’s worst nightmare.”
Bail has been set at $250,000.
Detective Joshua Lamothe, who reviewed the case, reported that Albu Mohammed claimed he had merely asked the girl for help with his prayer beads. However, witnesses and evidence suggest otherwise, leading to the charges.
Here are more details from the police report/charging documents:
Police Report Highlights:
Incident Description:
- Kent officers arrived at the complex and were flagged down by three female juveniles who witnessed the kidnapping.
- Witnesses saw Albu Mohammed walking with the girl, near Building 19.
- The witnesses confronted Albu Mohammed, who responded aggressively.
- The group instantly tried to confront Albu Mohammed by yelling out to him, “Hey are you related?” Albu Mohammed responded with, “Shut the f&*$ up and walk away.”
- The victim signaled distress by shaking her head when asked if she knew him.
- Albu Mohammed picked up the victim and began to run.
- Witnesses chased and recorded the incident, shouting for Albu Mohammed to release the child.
- Albu Mohammed eventually put the child down and continued to hold her hands.
- Witnesses rescued the child and took her home.
Suspect Detainment:
- Albu Mohammed was identified and detained by Officers Corner and Robinson.
- Suspect was wearing a sleeveless black shirt, plaid pajamas, and sandals.
- Defensive scratch marks were noted on Albu Mohammed’s arms, indicating a struggle.
- Albu Mohammed was provided his Miranda Rights via an Arabic interpreter.
Suspect’s Statement:
- Albu Mohammed claimed he asked the girl for help with prayer beads.
- He denied touching or attempting to abduct the girl.
Additional Details:
- Prior to police arrival, Albu Mohammed approached the victim’s family with small toy-like objects, speaking in another language.
- The family did not know Albu Mohammed and did not give permission for him to take the girl.
The defendant’s next court date is his arraignment scheduled for Aug. 1 at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent.
No previous cases involving the defendant have been referred to the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
The defendant remains in jail on $250,000 bail.
Defendants are considered innocent until proven guilty in court.
