Woman seen 'screaming in a van' as police arrest man on suspicion of abduction
A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of abduction after a woman was seen "screaming in a van".
Cops launched a search for the alleged victim after rushing to the scene in Lewisham, South London, at around 2pm on Wednesday.
A passerby rang police after becoming concerned about the safety of a woman who had been in a van that had sped off from One Tree Hill nature reserve in Honor Oak.
Officers searched the area and spoke with members of the public before arresting a man in his mid-30s in Downham Way shortly before 4pm on suspicion of abduction.
He was also arrested on suspicion of being in possession of a prohibited weapon, class A and B drugs, an imitation firearm and offensive weapons.
After hunting for the alleged victim, police say officers are "confident" the woman has been located and confirmed she is safe.
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A Met Police spokesperson said: "We do not believe anyone else to be at risk. Enquiries are ongoing."
The van has also been found, and the man remains in police custody.
A police spokesperson added: "A man has been arrested after police were called to concerns for the welfare of a woman.
"Police are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the matter.
"Any witnesses or anyone with any information is asked to call police on 101 or contact via Twitter @MetCC. Please quote CAD3747/27APR
"To give information anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org."
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