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Candy Offer Turns to Alleged Kidnapping | Burlington News
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- Sep 8, 2026
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- 97
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Summary
A 70-year-old man in Rutland is facing felony charges after allegedly trying to lure a 12-year-old boy into his car with candy — an act police say was dangerously close to attempted kidnapping. The boy’s parents witnessed the encounter and reported it, sparking a legal battle where Traynor claims he was just giving away unwanted candy. His defense argues the charge sets a dangerous precedent, while prosecutors stress the child’s autism and Traynor’s swift departure signal real threat. The judge approved moving forward with charges, though Traynor has no prior sex offense record — and the case remains unresolved as the legal process unfolds. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/91ed6b8a2f57265a