Man Arrested on Kidnapping and Battery Charges in Lauderdale Lakes Incident
A 41-year-old man has been arrested in Lauderdale Lakes on charges including kidnapping and battery after allegedly forcing a 16-year-old girl into his truck outside a thrift store, driving her to Tamarac, and kissing her against her will.
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, November 11, 2026 — A 41-year-old man is facing charges of kidnapping and battery following an incident in Lauderdale Lakes. Authorities arrested the man after he allegedly forced a 16-year-old girl into his truck.
The alleged incident began outside a thrift store in Lauderdale Lakes. According to reports, the man compelled the teenage girl into his vehicle. He then reportedly drove her to Tamarac.
During the drive or after arriving in Tamarac, the man is accused of kissing the girl against her will. The specific details regarding the timeline of events and the exact location of the arrest were not provided in the summary.
The charges filed against the 41-year-old man include kidnapping and battery. The outcome of the legal proceedings and any further investigation details were not available in the provided summary. The name of the arrested individual and the thrift store were not specified.
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