Two arrested after apple watch sos leads to kidnapping rescue in dover — handcuffs

Victim found injured in suspect vehicle hours after emergency alert

Dover, NJ – Two people have been arrested and charged in connection with a violent kidnapping in Dover after an emergency SOS signal from a victim’s Apple Watch led police to a rapid rescue, authorities said.

The incident began the morning of March 19, when Dover Police received an emergency alert from the victim’s device. Officers conducted a welfare check at the victim’s residence but found them missing, with only their vehicle left behind.

Technology helps lead police to suspects

“The victim’s Apple iWatch was located on the street approximately a mile away from the residence, and it appeared to have been damaged as if it was forcefully removed from their person,” officials said.

Investigators tracked a suspect vehicle to Elizabeth, New Jersey, where officers conducted a traffic stop and took two individuals into custody.

Key Points

Apple Watch SOS alert led police to kidnapping investigation in Dover
Victim found injured in back seat of suspect vehicle after traffic stop
Two suspects charged with kidnapping, robbery, and assault

Victim suffered injuries during abduction

Police identified the suspects as Siquaya F. Smith, 37, and Louis G. Cadet, 40, both of Northfield. Authorities said the victim was found in the back seat of the vehicle and transported to a hospital with injuries including a head laceration and broken ribs before being released.

Investigators allege the suspects forced the victim into a vehicle while they were heading to work, then drove them to another location and demanded a $25,000 financial transfer.

“These arrests were the result of the combined and swift efforts of several law enforcement agencies,” Prosecutor Robert Carroll said.

Both suspects are being held at the Morris County Correctional Facility as the investigation remains ongoing.

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