Messenger helped save the kidnapped girl

In the United States, unknown persons kidnapped a 14-year-old girl. She was able to contact her friends through Snapchat, who connected with

using the application its coordinates.

The kidnapper turned out to be a 55-year-old man and hisaccomplices. They gave the girl a narcotic substance and, while she was unconscious, loaded her into a car. The victim was then taken to a motel in San Jose. It is reported that the girl was sexually assaulted.

At the motel, the victim was able to contact friendsvia Snapchat. She reported that she was abducted, but she does not know where she is. Friends using the application were able to determine its coordinates and called emergency services.

The police released the girl and arrested the offender. He is accused of kidnapping for the purpose of rape.