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

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.

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.

Anyone with information is asked to call Merced Police.