RUSKIN, Fla.- A 21-year-old man is in custody after allegedly kidnapping his ex-girlfriend in Ruskin early Tuesday morning, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO).
The incident unfolded on Tuesday, at approximately 3:22 a.m. when HCSO deputies responded to a report of a possible kidnapping at a residence on the 1900 block of 33rd Street Southeast in Ruskin.
Investigators determined that Julian Jaramillo used a tracking device placed inside his ex-girlfriend’s vehicle to locate her at the residence. According to the HCSO, when the victim came out of the residence, Jaramillo forcibly stole her vehicle keys. He then allegedly forced her into the trunk of her own vehicle and drove away.
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HCSO officials state that Jaramillo drove the victim to his residence in Palmetto, Florida, where he held her against her will. The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office was notified of the ongoing investigation.
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A short time later, Jaramillo was stopped by law enforcement as he was leaving his neighborhood with the victim in her vehicle. He was then taken into custody. The victim sustained minor injuries during the ordeal.
Jaramillo faces multiple charges, including:
- Carjacking
- Kidnapping
- Battery – Domestic Violence
- Installation of a Tracking Device
Jaramillo was booked into the Manatee County Jail and is currently awaiting extradition back to Hillsborough County.
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“Domestic violence cases involving kidnapping are some of the most dangerous situations we encounter,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “We will do everything we can, including working with other agencies, to protect victims of domestic violence and hold abusers like this one accountable.”
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office encourages anyone needing assistance or support related to domestic violence to call 911 or contact The Spring of Tampa Bay. Their 24-hour crisis hotline is (813)-247-SAFE.
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