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Missing Aussie 3 year old Cleo Smith found

A West Australian toddler missing for three weeks has been found alive and well.

Cleo Smith’s disappearance had captivated the nation since she was snatched from a campsite.

A 36-year old Carnarvon man has been arrested and is currently being held in custody. Cleo was found in a bedroom in the suspects house.

According to Detective Superintendent Rod Wilde, the kidnapping was opportunistic and the suspect was not a known child sex offender. Police are expected to lay charges today.

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