Cleo Smith's Parents Speak Out After Girl's Improbable Rescue: 'Humbled by the Love and Support'

Cleo Smith.Photo: Western Australia Police Force/Anadolu Agency/Getty

“We are so thankful that our little girl is back within our arms and our family is whole again.”

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The statement thanked those involved in Cleo’s rescue: “In particular, we would like to thank [Western Australia] Police, all those involved in the initial search, the Carnarvon community, local businesses and of course our family and friends,” it read.

At 1 a.m. on Wednesday, Cleo was found in a locked home in Carnarvon, about 62 miles from the Blowholes Shacks campsite where she went missing on Oct. 16, and just a few miles from her parents' home, Deputy Commissioner Col Blanch said in avideo statement.

Policetold reportersthat Cleo appeared “physically OK” when she was found.

Police have released dramatic footage of Cleo’s rescue, including an audio clip in which the girl says, “My name is Cleo,” and authorities reassure her that she’s okay.

“This morning I have seen seasoned detectives openly crying with relief,” he added.

Police arrested a suspectin connection with the case and charged him with multiple offenses including forcibly taking a child under 16, police confirmed to PEOPLE.

Australia’s public broadcasterABC, as well asCNNandThe Guardian, identified the suspect as Terence Darrell Kelly, 36. Police say he acted “spontaneously” and “solely alone.”

He was taken into custody Wednesday and hospitalized early Thursday due to self-inflicted injuries, per the outlets.

The investigation is ongoing, and Kelly remains in custody until he is due back in court Dec. 6. Attorney information for him was not immediately available.

source: people.com