Man Charged In Meriden Kidnapping: Police

MERIDEN, CT — A man was charged following a reported kidnapping Monday afternoon, according to police. Cameron Acevedo, 28, was charged with second-degree kidnapping, criminal possession of a firearm, first-degree unlawful restraint, first-degree reckless endangerment, third-degree assault, second-degree breach of peace, possession of a high-capacity magazine, and operating a motor vehicle without a license.

Police received the call at 1 p.m. for a report of a possible kidnapping at 138 Broad St. Police learned that the victim was forced into a white four-door car.

The victim was a missing person, and police notified surrounding towns and State Police.

Police located the victim and suspect in Wallingford. Police said the victim was found safe and Acevedo was taken into custody.

He was held on $750,000 bond.

Police encourage all to use the anonymous tip lines and emails listed below to report any suspicious or illegal activity in Meriden.

To report tips for violent crimes, email the Major Crimes Unit or call 203-630-6253. To report tips for narcotics activity, email the Crime Suppression Unit or call 203-630-6273