Man Arrested after Attempted Abduction of Girl in Northwest Miami-Dade: Police

Accused: Paganini Keith Fleurantin, 37

Paganini Keith Fleurantin, 37, is facing several charges, including attempting kidnapping, and luring or enticing a child, after he allegedly attempted to abduct a girl at a bus stop in Northwest Miami-Dade.

Details of the Incident

According to officials, on Thursday, the victim got off at a bus stop near Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy to pick up her brother when she noticed Fleurantin following her.

The Suspect’s Actions

The arrest report stated that Fleurantin called out to the victim to come to him, but she refused and kept walking away. He then attempted to grab the victim.

The Victim’s Actions

The victim, according to the report, ran back inside the school and Fleurantin said, “You will come back.” The girl then called her mother to tell her what was happening, and the school was placed on lockdown.

The Arrest

Fleurantin was taken into custody.

Consequences of the Incident

The incident has left the community shaken and has raised concerns about the safety of children in the area.

FAQs

* What charges is Paganini Keith Fleurantin facing?
+ Attempting kidnapping, and luring or enticing a child
* Where did the incident take place?
+ Near Thomas Jefferson Biscayne Gardens K-8 Academy in Northwest Miami-Dade
* What happened during the incident?
+ Fleurantin attempted to abduct a girl at a bus stop, and she escaped by running back into the school
* What was the outcome of the incident?
+ Fleurantin was taken into custody, and the school was placed on lockdown