A Texas woman was kidnapped and sexually assaulted by a man who offered to help her with a flat tire. The suspect, Reynaldo Tapia-Arcibar, faces charges for the incident. The woman managed to escape and alert the police by sharing her location. Tapia-Arcibar was arrested and is being held on bond.
Key Points
Woman tricked into getting inside the assailant's car after her tire went flat.
She managed to send her location to a friend for help and then called 911 once she escaped.
Police arrested the suspect at an apartment complex where the assault occurred.
Pros
Woman's quick thinking and use of location sharing helped police quickly locate and arrest the suspect.
Cons
Traumatic experience for the victim.
Reminder of the dangers faced by individuals in vulnerable situations.