Man, 34, charged with ‘attempted kidnap of children’ at splash pad in popular city centre park

Published on July 06, 2025 at 11:43 AM

COPS raced to a popular splash park to arrest a 34-year-old man on suspicion of attempted kidnapping.

Officers were called after a number of reports came in expressing “concerns about a man’s behaviour in the “.

Back of a Welsh police officer's bright yellow jacket.
Welsh police raced to a popular park in Wales after worried parts sent in reports
Children playing in a water park.
A man has been arrested under suspicion of attempted kidnapping

Authorities arrived at Victoria Park in Canton, , after the man allegedly approached several children at the leisure centre.

Some parents were concerned the man had been taking photographs or recording children at the park.

But officers found he was not in possession of such devices after searching him.

According to Police, the 34-year-old was arrested on Thursday (July 3).

The man, of no fixed abode, has been charged with attempted kidnap and two public order offences and remanded in custody.

Police are now appealing to witness for more information.

A spokesperson for the South Wales force said: “Just before midday on Thursday, July 3, officers attended Victoria Park, , following a number of calls which raised concerns about a man’s behaviour in the splash park area.

“Moynul Janu, 34, of no fixed abode has been charged with two counts of attempted kidnap and two counts of public order and has been remanded in police custody.

“Some people were concerned he had been taking photographs or recording children, but we can confirm when officers searched him, he was not in possession of any such devices.

“Anybody who may have information about the incident or who noticed something suspicious is urged to make contact.

“Please give reference 2500210810.”;

Located in a Grade II-listed park in Canton, the splash pad first opened in 2016 and has since become a firm favourite with families.

Its water features are spread across three zones for toddlers, juniors, and families.

More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online

is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.

Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.

Prev Article

‘Millionaire Castaway’ David Glasheen dead at 81 after starring in Channel 5 island doc with Ben Fogle

Next Article

EastEnders’ Samantha Womack reveals stark warning from fans as she’s targeted in street over boyfriend

Related to this topic:

Comments (0):

Be the first to write a comment.

Post Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

GDPR Compliance

We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. By continuing to use our site, you accept our use of cookies, Privacy Policy, and Terms of Service.

Search

Newsletter image

Subscribe to the Newsletter

Join 10k+ people to get notified about new posts, news and tips.

Do not worry we don't spam!