Lower Mainland resident allegedly kidnapped, taken to Kelowna, B.C.

Kelowna police are probing an alleged kidnapping in which the victim managed to escape and request assistance. The Kelowna RCMP's serious crime unit assumed command of the case on Monday after receiving a report of "suspicious circumstances" from an individual alleging kidnapping in the Lower Mainland. The victim was discovered at a residence and received medical attention for non-life-threatening injuries.

Authorities suspect the victim was not involved in any criminal activity but was taken to exert pressure on an associate. On Tuesday, another residence in the area was searched, and one man was arrested before being released pending further investigation.