Police seek kidnapping suspect after woman reportedly struck by car in northwest Charlotte
According to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police, officers responded to the 1600 block of Toddville Road just before 10:30 p.m. May 14. Witnesses observed a vehicle striking a female pedestrian and also reported seeing this same subject forcibly removed against her will from the area by the suspect.
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Officers say the driver damaged a nearby utility box and pole, which led to the temporary closure of Toddville Road.
Witnesses describe the suspect as a Hispanic male with short hair, a muscular build and not wearing a shirt.
Police believe the female victim is Hispanic with black shoulder-length hair and was wearing a white shirt and black shorts. She is believed to be between 18-25 years old.
The CMPD Homicide Unit is looking for any information on the suspect vehicle, said to be a gold SUV with front-end damage, as well as the victim, to ensure her safety.
The public can also leave information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or Charlotte Crime Stoppers.
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