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Woman calls police after seeing girl crying for help in SUV; man facing kidnapping charges
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Devin Fry, Jordan Gartner , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· September 4, 2026
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Key points : A criminal complaint details an incident where a 17-year-old girl was allegedly forced into a vehicle. The suspect, an 18-year-old man, has been charged with multiple offenses.
From Hawley, N.D.: A criminal complaint details an incident where a 17-year-old girl was allegedly forced into a vehicle. The girl reported being grabbed and pulled into the SUV despite trying to fight back. She attempted to leave the vehicle at one point, but was dragged back in.
The suspect, an 18-year-old man, has been charged with multiple offenses. These include kidnapping, domestic assault, and interference with a 911 call. Further details about the incident and charges are available.
The man, identified as Preston Thomas Larson, faced the charges in court, with specifics of the allegations outlined in the complaint.
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Category: safety ·
Published: September 4, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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