One arrested in case of aggravated kidnapping and assault, APD reports

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) – The Alexandria Police Department reported that one person was arrested on October 26 and charged with aggravated kidnapping, domestic assault and assault with a firearm.

Authorities said they responded to an alleged kidnapping and assault incident around 9:40 a.m. Saturday.

They said a victim was taken to a motel in Alexandria by Kemo Nelson.

The victim was reportedly punched and beaten with an object during the encounter, but they refused medical treatment.

Detectives began an investigation and obtained a warrant for Nelson’s arrest. APD reported that its crime-fighting team acted quickly, located Nelson and arrested him without delay.

An investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact APD at (318) 441-6416 or (318) 441-6559.

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