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Moora alleged kidnapping — 12-year-old’s abduction caught on video

A chilling surveillance video has emerged from Moora, Western Australia, showing a masked intruder dragging a 12-year-old boy from his home — just minutes after abducting his younger brother, authorities say.

According to the footage, captured in the early hours of Friday morning, a man wearing disguise entered the family’s home on Padbury Street around 4:00 a.m., and carried out the alleged abduction. First, an eight-year-old boy was taken, but a short time later, the man re-entered and attempted to grab the 12-year-old, identified as Fabiano. The older sibling reportedly managed to free himself and ran back into the house to warn an adult inside. (9News)

Local police — including Western Australia Police — later located the younger boy, now safe, in a nearby home a few hours after the abduction. Authorities moved swiftly after reviewing CCTV footage, leading to the arrest of a 34-year-old man. (ABC)

In a statement, police described the incident as “a very traumatic event,” praising the 12-year-old’s “courageous and brave” actions that helped alert an adult — potentially preventing a double abduction. (ABC)

The community in Moora has expressed shock over the incident, often described as improbable in a small, tight-knit town. For many, the case underscores the importance of vigilance, early alarm systems, and the value of CCTV surveillance — which in this case played a critical role in rescuing the children and capturing the suspect. (9News)

As the investigation continues, authorities urge parents and guardians to remain alert and talk to children about safety precautions, especially in residential areas.