Wichita Woman Found Safe After Apparent Abduction Caught on Video

A 35-year-old woman, whose apparent abduction was captured on a home security camera in Wichita, Kansas, has been found safe, authorities confirmed. The incident, which occurred around 2 a.m. on Sunday, showed a man forcibly taking the woman from a residence's front porch as she screamed. The footage gained widespread attention after being released by the Wichita Police Department in an appeal for information.

The woman contacted investigators on Tuesday afternoon, identifying herself as the individual in the video. She was found without significant injuries. Authorities believe the incident was a case of domestic violence involving her 22-year-old boyfriend, who was arrested hours later on charges including aggravated battery strangulation and criminal restraint. His name has not been released, and prosecutors will decide on formal charges.

The homeowner who captured the footage reported the incident to police, leading to the public release of the video. The widespread sharing of the footage prompted the woman to come forward, assisting in the swift resolution of the case.