11/08/21 - Tik Tok Credited with Helping Rescue

Monday, November 8, 2021 at 4:21 PM

The social media site is credited with sharing information that helped lead to the rescue of a North Carolina teen. Image courtesy of TikTok. 11/08/21.

The social media site helped lead to the rescue of a North Carolina teen.

A teenager was rescued in Kentucky after a motorist recognized a hand gesture as a sign of distress.

The North Carolina teen was spotted on a highway using a hand signal to indicate she needed help, a hand signal featured on Tik Tok. She had been taken from North Carolina and driven to Ohio. The motorist recognized the hand signal from a video that was originally meant to indicate domestic abuse. Fearing the worst, the motorist called authorities who were able to locate the vehicle. After stopping the car, the 16-year old was removed and the suspect was arrested.

The suspect faces multiple charges including unlawful imprisonment.

More from Featured

02/19/26 - Cornerstone University Announces New Approach in Education

The University announced a new step in expanding education at the institution.
01/09/26 - 4 in 10 Kids in Kent County are Overweight or Obese

The survey conducted through Corewell Health identifies some limitations to the survey, but does track near national trends.
09/05/25 - Frederick Meijer Gardens Sees 'Enlightenment' Return

The popular light and sound walking tour promises an Christmas adventure right before the holiday.
03/25/25 - Habitat Kent County Plans Major Housing Project

The organization announces a massive goal of more affordable and available housing in Kent County.