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An investigation has been initiated in Caracal after an 11-year-old boy was approached by individuals in a car who offered to take him to Craiova. The incident occurred on November 1, 2026, and has led to a criminal case for attempted unlawful deprivation of liberty. Police have identified the vehicle and its occupants, treating the matter with utmost seriousness due to the safety of minors. The boy initially agreed to get in the car but left after the door was opened and informed his father about the encounter. This area has a troubling history, as it is linked to a previous abduction case.