Man Charged with Kidnapping after Woman Mouthed Help to Police

A 51-year-old man was arrested and charged with kidnapping and assault in Hallowell.

Victim Mouthed Help to Police

Scott Palmer was taken into custody after a woman mouthed help several times to an officer on patrol.

Officer Investigated Suspicious SUV

The Hallowell Police Department said the officer saw an SUV parked in the Vaughn Woods parking around 9 pm and investigated.

Woman Asked Police for Help Several Times

Palmer was parked in the vehicle with the woman who was asking for help multiple times without speaking.

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Woman Said She Was Taken Against Her Will

The woman told police she was taken to Hallowell against her will, and that Palmer was attempting to get her out of the SUV and into the woods for a sexual assault, according to Hallowell PD.

On Probation for Gross Sexual Assault

Palmer was on probation for gross sexual assault on prior charges.

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Taken to County Jail and Booked

He was transported to the Kennebec County Jail and booked.

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Charged with Kidnapping and Assault with Bail Set at $100,000

He was charged with kidnapping, criminal restraint and assault. His bail was set at $100,000.