A childhood nightmare became a reality in Kansas when a babysitter discovered an actual intruder hiding under a child’s bed. The heroic babysitter’s quick actions during this terrifying encounter potentially prevented a far more serious situation, showcasing the importance of taking children’s fears seriously. What conversations should parents have with children about reporting unusual occurrences?
Nightmare Under The Bed Becomes Reality
A horrifying scenario unfolded in a Kansas home when a babysitter discovered an actual intruder hiding under a child’s bed after the child complained about a “monster” lurking beneath. The Barton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a disturbance call following the chilling discovery, which transformed a common childhood fear into a dangerous reality.
According to officials, “When putting the children to bed, one child complained there was a ‘monster’ under their bed. When the victim attempted to show the child there was nothing under the bed, she came face-to-face with a male suspect who was hiding there.”
NEW: Kansas babysitter finds a real-life "MONSTER UNDER THE BED" while calming a child she was watching
The child told the babysitter there was a "MONSTER" under the bed
When she checked, she found the man hiding
Martin Villalobos Jr., 27, had a protection order to stay away… pic.twitter.com/hBvlQKpDhk
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Confrontation and Flight from Justice
The encounter quickly escalated into an altercation between the babysitter and the intruder, identified as Martin Villalobos Jr. During the struggle, a child was knocked over, though thankfully no injuries were reported from the incident.
Authorities revealed that Villalobos Jr. was prohibited from being at the residence due to an active protection from abuse order against him. The suspect fled the scene before law enforcement arrived, temporarily evading capture.
A babysitter checking for monsters under the bed found a man hiding beneath the child’s bed after the child she was caring for complained about monsters
He has now been charged with aggravated kidnapping and child endangerment pic.twitter.com/Yaj9aGPxgA
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Capture and Serious Charges
Law enforcement located and apprehended Villalobos Jr. the following day after a brief foot pursuit. His capture came after violating his previous bond conditions from a January incident involving the same protection order.
The charges against Villalobos Jr. include aggravated burglary, aggravated battery, aggravated kidnapping, child endangerment, violation of a protection order, and felony obstruction of a law enforcement officer. He is currently being held on a $500,000 bond, reflecting the serious nature of his alleged offenses.
This disturbing incident serves as a powerful reminder about the importance of home security and taking children’s concerns seriously. The babysitter’s decision to investigate rather than dismiss the child’s fears potentially prevented a more tragic outcome.
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- Babysitter Discovers ‘Monster’ Under Child’s Bed Leading To Arrest, Officials Say | The Daily Caller