Ed Smart
Father of Elizabeth Smart who speaks about his daughter's abduction and recovery and about supporting victims and family response.
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Mar 3, 2026 • 28min
Kidnapped as a Child: Why I Didn't Return
Todd Bequette, kidnapped at 13 and held 18 months, shares his traumatic survival and recovery. Ed Smart, father of Elizabeth Smart, discusses family support when a child returns. Ernie Allen, head of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, explains legal gaps and needed policy changes. The conversation explores fear, grooming, reintegration, and calls for stronger protections for children.
