Kerrville man arrested for kidnapping, assaulting woman, Kerr County Sheriff’s Office says

Adrian Ornelas, 28, charged with aggravated kidnapping with a deadly weapon

Adrian Ornelas, 28, charged with aggravated kidnapping with a deadly weapon (KSAT)

KERR COUNTY, Texas – The Kerr County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of kidnapping and assaulting a woman after the victim came forward.

According to the sheriff’s office, Adrian Ornelas, 28, was arrested and charged with aggravated kidnapping with a deadly weapon after a standoff with law enforcement on Monday.

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The victim told investigators that Ornelas kidnapped, assaulted her and held her against her will on Oct. 16.

Ornelas was booked into the Kerr County Jail on a $500,000 bond. According to online court records, Ornelas was out on bond for three other charges, including tampering with evidence, assault with a deadly weapon and endangering a child, stemming from a separate incident.

The sheriff’s office said additional charges could be filed against Ornelas as the investigation unfolds.

“This is a disturbing case,” said Sheriff Larry Leitha. “We are pleased to have Mr. Ornelas in custody. The crimes alleged to have been perpetrated by this suspect are personal, violent, and shocking.


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