Post by Admin on May 16, 2019 17:39:33 GMT
Kidnapped teenager Jayme Closs has been seen publicly for the first time since she managed to escape from the Wisconsin cabin where she had been held captive for three months.
The 13-year-old, who was found alive in January after being abducted 88 days earlier, was presented with a Wisconsin Hometown Hero award at the State Capitol on Wednesday.
Jayme smiled as she was given a standing ovation by members of the Wisconsin State Assembly after being honored for her bravery and strong will.
It is the most public appearance to date for Jayme since she managed to escape her kidnapper.
Her aunt Jennifer Smith spoke on Jayme's behalf on Wednesday as she thanked the people of her hometown for their support in the past few months.
Jayme stood behind her aunt but did not speak.
'She greatly appreciates the honor... and the kindness of everyone involved,' Smith said.
The 13-year-old, who was found alive in January after being abducted 88 days earlier, was presented with a Wisconsin Hometown Hero award at the State Capitol on Wednesday.
Jayme smiled as she was given a standing ovation by members of the Wisconsin State Assembly after being honored for her bravery and strong will.
It is the most public appearance to date for Jayme since she managed to escape her kidnapper.
Her aunt Jennifer Smith spoke on Jayme's behalf on Wednesday as she thanked the people of her hometown for their support in the past few months.
Jayme stood behind her aunt but did not speak.
'She greatly appreciates the honor... and the kindness of everyone involved,' Smith said.