Parents speak out after woman allegedly slashed their 3-year-old during reported kidnapping attempt
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Key Points:
- A woman, Noemi Guzman, attempted to kidnap a 3-year-old boy, Cyler, inside a Walmart in Omaha, Nebraska, after stealing a large kitchen knife from the store.
- Police opened fire and killed Guzman after she refused to drop the knife and cut the child during the incident.
- The boy sustained cuts to his face and hand but is now home and recovering, though he remains scared to go outside.
- Cyler's parents praised the officers for their quick response, crediting them with saving their son's life.
- The family criticized Walmart for inadequate security measures, suggesting the store should take some responsibility for how the situation unfolded.
