Woman Kidnapped, Assaulted in Tempe; Suspect Sought by Police
A woman was kidnapped at gunpoint and sexually assaulted in Tempe, near 8th Street and Dorsey Lane. Police are searching for the suspect who forced her into an SUV.
Phoenix, AZ, October 31, 2026 —
Authorities in Tempe are seeking a suspect in connection with a violent crime that occurred recently in the vicinity of 8th Street and Dorsey Lane. A woman was reportedly kidnapped at gunpoint and subsequently sexually assaulted, according to police information.
The incident involved the suspect forcing the victim into an SUV. Details regarding the suspect’s description, the make, model, or license plate number of the SUV, and the specific date and time of the incident were not immediately available.
Law enforcement officials have stated that they are actively searching for the individual responsible for the kidnapping and assault. The exact circumstances leading up to the event and the condition of the victim beyond the assault were not specified. No information regarding leads or progress in the investigation has been released.
The police have not provided further details on the location where the victim was taken or if she has since been recovered. This is an ongoing investigation, and more information is expected to be released by the authorities as it becomes available.
The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The specific police department leading the investigation was not explicitly identified, though local Tempe law enforcement is involved.
Story summarized from the original created by Sara.Filips@fox.com (Sara Filips) on www.fox10phoenix.com, see more information here.
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