The Orange County Criminal Lawyer Blog
An 18-year-old North Carolina man was allegedly kidnapped after a woman got into his car and drove him around the Charlotte area for about 40 minutes, according to the authorities.
The incident happened on the evening of June 25 after the alleged victim stopped at a gas station while driving home. Investigators said he stepped out of his Mini Cooper when a woman suddenly approached and allegedly ordered him back into the vehicle. She reportedly claimed she was his designated driver and told him he was under the influence before driving away.
The alleged victim, who has autism, appeared confused and frightened during the encounter. Dash camera video later reviewed by a local news station reportedly captured him asking the woman who she was and saying he was afraid of strangers. During the drive, she allegedly told him she planned to show him around the city and take him to an older part of town.