Police appeal after suspected kidnap in Bude

Officers want to hear from anyone who saw a crash on the A39 at Stratton

Author: Simon McleanPublished 14th Dec 2023
Last updated 14th Dec 2023

Police investigating an alleged kidnapping in Bude want to hear from anyone who saw a crash on the A39.

The crash happened near Stratton, Bude at around 10am on Wednesday 13 December, and involved a black Audi which is being linked to the investigation.

Following the collision, a woman was located nearby with minor injuries.

A man in his 30s from Bude has been arrested on suspicion of kidnap and remains in police custody.

Officers would like to speak to anyone witnesses including anyone with dashcam footage.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or go to the police website quoting log 233 of 13 December.

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