THE ACTIONS of the Dutch man arrested in the Netherlands has caused the McCann family “considerable distress”, said Gerry McCann this afternoon (Friday).
Madeleine’s father, commenting on the arrest of the 39-year-old man in Eindhoven, said: “This extortion attempt has caused Kate and I considerable distress.”
He and Kate were particularly pleased that the Portuguese, British and Dutch police worked so closely together to secure an arrest, adding: “Kate and I would especially like to thank the Dutch police for treating this seriously and directing their resources into investigating this outrageous crime.
“It is very encouraging to know that information anywhere in Europe will be rigorously followed up by the police.”
Gerry McCann said the family remains convinced that Madeleine is alive and asked for anyone with any information about her whereabouts to contact the police.
