COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — A woman and her dog were kidnapped from a rideshare vehicle on Sunday morning, Aug. 24, prompting a swift response from the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD).
Incident Details
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Time: Around 8:45 a.m.
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Location: South Academy Blvd. & East Bijou St.
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A rideshare driver called 911, reporting that a suspect forcibly took a woman and her dog from his vehicle while stopped at a red light.
Police Response & Chase
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Officers immediately began searching the area after receiving a vehicle and license plate description.
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The suspect’s car, later determined to be stolen with a stolen license plate, was spotted traveling southbound on Circle Drive near Hancock Expressway.
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The suspect jumped out and attempted to flee on foot, but officers quickly caught and detained him.
Outcome & Arrest
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The kidnapping victim was later located and found unharmed.
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The suspect, identified as 47-year-old Vaughn Fejerang, faces charges including:
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Domestic violence
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Kidnapping
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Additional related offenses
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The CSPD confirmed that the investigation remains ongoing.
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