Kidnapping victim found safe in Merced, suspect arrested, police say

Tuesday, August 2, 2022
MERCED, Calif. (KFSN) -- UPDATE:

The victim has been found safe. RJ Blueford was arrested and booked into the Merced County Jail.

The original story follows below.


Merced Police are looking for a suspect and kidnapping victim.

Police say RJ Blueford broke into Destiny Gregory's home, assaulted her and then took her by force.
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A warrant has been issued for Blueford on various felony charges.



Gregory is described as approximately 5'5", 220 pounds, with brown hair and blue eyes.
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Anyone with information is asked to call Merced Police.
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