An Algerian man who went missing at the age of 19 was found alive recently, astonishing his family and community.
Omar bin Omran, who disappeared in 1998, is now 45 years old. He was discovered in a neighbor’s cellar, just 650 feet away from his family’s home, according to Al Jazeera.
The discovery ended a 26-year-long mystery that began during the tumultuous period of the Algerian civil war. Given the extended duration of his disappearance, some relatives had presumed him dead. However, his mother, who passed away in 2013, reportedly never lost hope that her son would be found alive.
The suspected captor, a 61-year-old man, was arrested at the scene after attempting to flee, BBC reported. Algeria’s Ministry of Justice condemned the act as “heinous” and confirmed that an investigation is ongoing to uncover the full extent of the circumstances surrounding bin Omran’s captivity.
Currently, Omar bin Omran is receiving comprehensive medical treatment for both physical and psychological traumas, as reported by the BBC. Remarkably, bin Omran revealed that over the past 26 years, he occasionally saw some of his family members but was unable to reach out for help. He claimed that his captor had cast a “spell” on him, rendering him incapable of seeking assistance.
The bizarre and tragic kidnapping was brought to light recently due to an alleged inheritance dispute between the suspect and his brother. The suspect’s brother posted incriminating information on social media, which prompted the National Gendarmerie — responsible for police services in Algeria’s rural areas — to investigate further. This led to a search of the suspect’s house, resulting in the discovery of bin Omran.
Catherine Zeta-Jones’ daughter is growing up fast, and she looks just like her famous mom
Growing up in the shadow of two Hollywood celebrities can’t be simple.
Dylan Michael and Carys Zeta Douglas, offspring of Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, seem to live a life of luxury and privilege, as one might expect.
Their journey through adolescence has captivated media attention, speculating whether they would follow their famous parents into show business.
Recent developments suggest Carys might just be stepping into her mother’s shoes.
Zeta-Jones openly expressed her hopes for her children to pursue acting, saying: “You want to watch them on stage”. She shared how both kids have shown interest in the craft, with Dylan aiming for a theater degree and Carys initially leaning towards acting over becoming a pediatrician.
The public is keenly following their aspirations, especially Carys, whose striking resemblance to her mother has become a talking point. Her runway debut at New York Fashion Week last year created quite a buzz.
Despite being just 15, Carys has maintained a low profile. However, a recent appearance with her mother at the Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda event in New York brought her back into the spotlight. The duo arrived in matching outfits, drawing attention not just for their attire but also for their uncanny resemblance.
Carys is blossoming into a beautiful young woman, much like her famous mother, and reports suggest she possesses a similarly kind-hearted nature.
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