Kidnapping reported in unincorporated San Leandro unfounded

A kidnapping reported Tuesday in unincorporated San Leandro was unfounded, according to the Alameda County Sheriff's Office.

Deputies started investigating a possible kidnapping after receiving a report at 11:15 a.m. that a woman was seen dragged into a light silver minivan, possibly a Dodge, in the area of Ranspot and Selby drives, east of Interstate 580 and near Stanton Elementary School. A possible suspect with a similar vehicle was detained.

The Alameda County Sheriff's Office late Tuesday afternoon was attempting to make contact with the woman involved in the alleged incident for a welfare check.

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