An unidentified man pulled him into a car in his own driveway. For nearly three hours, the boy sang a gospel song over and over -- until his captor couldn't take it anymore.
The Abduction
Willie Myrick, 10, of Atlanta, was lured with money and pulled into a car by an unidentified abductor while in his own driveway. He was held captive in the vehicle for roughly three hours.
Singing Through Captivity
During the ordeal, Willie repeatedly sang "Every Praise," a gospel song written by musician Hezekiah Walker. According to Willie, his singing appeared to frustrate his captor, who eventually stopped the car and let him out, warning him not to tell anyone what had happened.
Going Public
Willie told his story despite the warning, and it eventually reached Hezekiah Walker himself. Community leaders held a gathering at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Atlanta to discuss the case and raise awareness among local parents, and Walker traveled to meet Willie in person, telling reporters he believed he had been moved to help protect the boy through the song.
Where the Case Stands
The identity of Willie's abductor has never been publicly confirmed as identified; available information doesn't indicate an arrest was made.
FAQ
What song did Willie Myrick sing?
"Every Praise," a gospel song written by Hezekiah Walker.
Was Willie's abductor ever caught?
Available information doesn't confirm an arrest; please verify current case status before publishing.
How did Willie escape?
His captor grew frustrated with his singing and released him after roughly three hours, warning him not to tell anyone.