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Man wanted after allegedly abducting woman near Bexley

By Katie Millard,

5 days ago

COLUMBUS, Ohio ( WCMH ) — Police are searching for a man accused of kidnapping a woman just outside of Bexley on Tuesday.

The 39-year-old woman was abducted from the area of East Main Street and Alum Creek Drive sometime Tuesday, but Columbus police said she was found safe on Thursday. Richard Patridge, 31, has been identified as the suspect. Patridge was riding a motorcycle and has several active felony warrants, including one issued Wednesday regarding the abduction.

According to Franklin County Municipal Court records, Patridge was accused of felonious assault on July 21. Police said Patridge is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached. Anyone with information on Patridge’s whereabouts is encouraged to call police.

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Tara Beyer

4d ago

yikes! hes scary looking. I was afraid to to look at my phone again

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