Man accused of kidnapping neighbour because she was being too loud in her laundry room

A Florida man is accused of abducting a neighbour on Sunday after he claimed the woman and her husband were being too loud in their laundry room.



Vero Beach resident Leon Thurston, 61, is facing multiple charges including felony armed burglary to a dwelling, felony aggravated assault, felony kidnapping, felony false imprisonment and felony carry concealed firearm.

Authorities with the Vero Beach Police Department said Leon Thurston, 61, entered the laundry room of Jessica Scoville's home with a black baton and a handgun. Investigators said Scoville's husband, David Scoville, was hit twice with the baton before Thurston grabbed Jessica Scoville by the wrist and took her from the home. David Scoville then called police for help.


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Police launched a search for Jessica Scoville, and she flagged down police near Charles Park at about 7:30am. Thurston was taken into custody, and officials said a gun was found in his pants. Jessica Scoville told authorities she asked to use a restroom and was able to get away and find help. Thurston is being held at Indian River County Jail with no bond. A "no contact order" has also been issued for Thurston against the victims in this case.