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Police looking for attempted kidnapping suspect in Hayward
By Victoria Meza at NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
Hayward police said they are looking for a suspect in an attempted kidnapping whom witnessed described as resembling a “Justin Bieber lookalike”.
Police said officers were flagged down near Jackson Street and Soto Road on Friday at around 3:15 p.m. for an attempted kidnapping.
Authorities s...
Key takeaway Police said officers were flagged down near Jackson Street and Soto Road on Friday at around 3:15 p.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The attempted kidnapping in Hayward raises concerns about public safety in the area, particularly for pedestrians walking alone during the day. The fact that the incident occurred on a Friday afternoon, at 3:15 p.m., suggests that the suspect may have been targeting individuals who are out and about during typical school or work hours. The description of the suspect as a "Justin Bieber lookalike" may help identify him, but it also highlights the potential for mistaken identity or misdirection. As the Hayward police department seeks information from the public, residents in the area should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the tip line. The swift intervention of witnesses in this case prevented a potentially worse outcome, demonstrating the importance of community awareness and engagement in preventing crimes.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Hayward police said they are looking for a suspect in an attempted kidnapping whom witnessed described as resembling a “Justin Bieber lookalike”.
Police said officers were flagged down near Jackson Street and Soto Road on Friday at around 3:15 p.m. for an attempted kidnapping.
Authorities s...
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