A chilling incident unfolded on the outskirts of Great Bend, Kansas, as a babysitter made a horrifying discovery on Monday night. The Barton County Sheriff’s Office revealed that the babysitter found a man hiding under one of the children’s beds, sparking a real-life nightmare scenario.
According to a post on Facebook by the state, the babysitter attempted to reassure the child that there was nothing under the bed, only to come face-to-face with a male suspect hiding there. A struggle ensued, during which one child was knocked over. The suspect managed to flee the scene before law enforcement arrived.
Deputies responded to the babysitter’s distress call around 10:30 p.m. and identified the suspect as 27-year-old Martin Villalobos Jr. He was a former resident who had violated a protection-from-abuse court order to stay away from the property. The following morning, deputies spotted Villalobos on the same block and apprehended him after a brief chase. He is currently held at the Barton County Jail on a $500,000 bond.
Villalobos faces several charges, including aggravated kidnapping, aggravated burglary, aggravated battery, child endangerment, felony obstruction of a law enforcement officer, and violation of a protection from abuse order. The sheriff’s office emphasized the seriousness of the situation and the swift action taken to apprehend the suspect.
The community expressed shock and concern on social media, with many empathizing with the traumatized babysitter and children. The incident has left a lasting impact on all involved, with fears of a monster under the bed becoming a stark reality for those affected.
Authorities have not disclosed Villalobos’ relationship to the children, leaving many questions unanswered. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and safety measures when entrusting the care of children to others. The community must come together to support the victims and ensure that justice is served in this unsettling case.
