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A Bessemer woman has been arrested and charged in connection with the kidnapping and pistol-whipping of her ex-boyfriend, marking the second arrest in a violent incident police say was motivated by money.
According to investigators, the woman became angry after learning she would not receive any portion of her ex-boyfriend’s settlement money. Authorities allege the dispute escalated into a coordinated attack that involved forcibly restraining the victim and striking him with a firearm.
Police say the woman worked alongside another suspect, who was previously charged in the case. Details about the settlement have not been publicly released, but investigators say the victim was targeted specifically because of the money he had received.
The victim was able to report the incident to police, leading to an investigation that resulted in the woman’s arrest. Officials have not disclosed the extent of the victim’s injuries but confirmed that the assault involved a handgun and met the criteria for kidnapping under Alabama law.
The woman now faces multiple felony charges, including kidnapping and assault, and remains in custody as the case moves through the court system. Authorities say additional charges could be possible as the investigation continues.
Police emphasized that disputes over money do not justify violence and urged anyone experiencing threats or intimidation to contact law enforcement immediately.
The case remains under investigation.
