An arrest has been made after a child was allegedly picked up out of its pram at a busy store in Bromley

The incident happened at the TK Maxx store in High Street, Bromley yesterday (August 28). 

It is claimed that the suspect picked up the 2-year-old and told the mum of their intention of taking the child. 

Shortly after, the child was recovered and the suspect was arrested on suspicion of kidnapping.

An investigation has since been launched and police enquiries into the circumstances are ongoing. 

Bromley MPS (@MPS Bromley) on X said: "On August 28, 2024, police were called to TK Maxx, Bromley where a suspect had picked up a 2 year old child out of a pram stating to the child's mother that he will take the child.

"The child was recovered.

"The suspect was arrested on suspicion of kidnapping and taken to custody.

"The investigation is still ongoing."