The incident in Bangor, Maine on Saturday has raised concerns among the local community. The Bangor Police Department is working diligently to identify the suspect who stole a vehicle while the owner was unloading groceries, seemingly unaware that a child was asleep in the back seat. This incident took a turn when an inaccurate social media post about a kidnapping spread.

Key Details and Search for Suspect

Officers were promptly called to an address on Blue Hill East at around 8 p.m. on Saturday. The vehicle owner reported that their car, with the child still asleep in the back, was stolen from their driveway. As per the Monday release from the Bangor Police Department, "The car owner told police they were carrying groceries into their home, and when they came back outside, the car was gone."During the investigation, officers took a full report at the scene and began searching the area. Miraculously, they found the stolen vehicle still running and abandoned in the middle of a nearby intersection with the driver's door still open. Thankfully, the child was found still asleep in their car seat in the back, unharmed.Police are still actively trying to identify the suspect and have urged anyone with information to contact the Bangor Police Department at 207-947-7384, extension 5745. Anonymous tips can also be left at 207-947-7382, extension 3, or on their app at tip411/BangorMEPD.For more local stories and updates, continue with us on our NEWS CENTER Maine+ streaming app. You can also find more NEWS CENTER Maine stories at https://youtube.com/watch?v=videoseries&list=PLKtbYaDEyIB-rpQjYlHJhNqZ_cN5Z0T6w.For the latest breaking news, weather, and traffic alerts, download the NEWS CENTER Maine mobile app.In this case, the safety of the child was the top priority. The quick response of the police and their efforts to locate the suspect demonstrate their commitment to ensuring the well-being of the community. Such incidents highlight the importance of being vigilant and taking necessary precautions, especially when it comes to the safety of our loved ones. The Bangor Police Department's actions in this case serve as a reminder of their dedication to maintaining law and order and protecting the citizens of Bangor.