Calgary man charged with abduction after youth enact 'catch a predator' scheme

A 12-year-old boy was allegedly abducted in Airdrie, Alberta, after a group of youths arranged a meeting with a suspect via Snapchat. The suspect, Zain Merchant, 37, has been charged with multiple offences, including kidnapping and sexual interference, and was arrested following a police chase; authorities are urging parents to educate their children about safe internet practices.

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