A videograb shows the child getting off the car.

Gulf Today Report

The Saudi authorities arrested a thief, who tried to steal a vehicle with a girl inside it in the Eastern Province, local media reported on Thursday.

The vehicle’s ignition was left on, police said.

A video shows the thief is seen approaching the parked vehicle. He then slips into it and tries to drive away before releases that a child was inside the vehicle.

The girl rushed to escape from the car after the attempted theft.

In a statement, the Eastern Region Police confirmed the arrest of the thief, noting that investigations proved that he had committed theft of 14 vehicles that were recovered, and he was arrested, and legal measures were taken against him.

He has been referred to the Public Prosecution.