The RCMP have arrested and charged one man, and are looking for a second following a kidnapping in Duncan.
The North Cowichan Duncan RCMP received a report on February 19th of two men assaulting a person and forcing them into a vehicle near Queen’s Street.
The vehicle was found the same day, a suspect was arrested and the vehicle was seized.
The victim of the kidnapping, a male, was located and is safe.
The RCMP says it has charged Jamie Peckett with kidnapping, assault with a weapon, assault and possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose.
He remains in custody awaiting his next court appearance.
The investigation remains ongoing, with police actively working to identify the second suspect.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the North Cowichan Duncan RCMP at 250-748-5522.
