Fort Worth SUV Theft With Child Inside Leaves Victims Unharmed

In Fort Worth, Texas, a mother's SUV was stolen with her 5-year-old daughter inside while she was returning a shopping cart at a grocery store. Two men jumped into the running vehicle and drove off, but stopped shortly afterward to release the child unharmed before fleeing toward Arlington. Police and witnesses confirmed both the mother and child were physically unharmed, and the stolen vehicle—a gray Ford SUV—remains missing as the investigation continues. The incident highlights the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles, with safety organizations noting numerous similar cases this year, some with tragic outcomes. Authorities urge parents to take children with them when returning shopping carts to prevent such crimes of opportunity. No arrests have been made yet in connection with the vehicle theft and child endangerment.