Kidnap arrests after man "forced" into car in Swanage
The victim managed to escape, police said.
Three people have been arrested on suspicion of kidnap after a man was allegedly forced into a car in Swanage.
The man was reportedly approached by three men outside the White Horse Pub on High Street between 10.25pm and 10.40pm on Friday.
Police said the men – who are believed to be known to the victim – allegedly forced him into a car parked outside the Curiosity Shop and drove him to an address in the town.
The victim fled the scene and the incident was reported to Dorset Police at around 11.10pm later that evening.
During the incident, it is reported that the victim was assaulted. He suffered injuries that are not believed to be serious.
Two men from Swanage, aged 35 and 42, and a 47-year-old man from Pembrokeshire in Wales, were arrested on suspicion of kidnap.
The two men from Swanage have also been arrested on suspicion of assault. All three have been released on police bail while enquiries continue.
Detective Constable Charlie Soutine, of Weymouth CID, said: "A full investigation is underway into this incident and we are supporting the victim as we make our enquiries.
"I am appealing to anyone who was in the area and may have witnessed what happened or any suspicious activity to please come forward.
"I am particularly keen to hear from a woman who reportedly approached the men during the incident as she may have important information to assist my enquiries.
"I would also like to hear from anyone who was driving in the area and may have captured anything of relevance on dashcam."