A disturbing video reveals the shocking moment when a man violently attacked and kidnapped a woman in broad daylight on a busy Oakland street. The woman, believed to be in her early 20s, screamed for help as the attacker beat her and dragged her into a stolen car. This horrifying incident took place on 98th Street around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
According to police, the suspect first tried to run her over with his car. When she attempted to escape, he got out, punched her multiple times, and forced her inside the vehicle. As she desperately yelled for help, several drivers passed by without stopping. Despite the chaos, no one intervened.
The woman remains unidentified, but police described her as having braids and wearing a light-colored hoodie with jeans. Meanwhile, they identified the suspect as a man in his early 20s with a noticeable scar or mark on his left cheek. Investigators later recovered the stolen car, but they are still searching for the kidnapper.
Oakland Police Capt. Nicholas Calonge emphasized that this crime does not appear to be random. Instead, authorities believe a personal motive may be involved. Therefore, detectives are thoroughly examining any possible connections between the victim and the attacker.
As the investigation continues, police urge anyone with information to come forward. This terrifying event highlights the dangers of public apathy and the urgent need for bystanders to take action in life-threatening situations.
