HOUSTON – A woman who was kidnapped while waiting for her Uber ride early Sunday morning managed to escape and is now sharing her story to warn others. Luis-Leon Quesada, 57, has been charged with kidnapping and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in connection with the incident outside the Flats on Tanglewilde Apartments in Houston.
The woman, who did not want to show her face out of fear for her safety, says she had just left her friend’s apartment and was waiting for her Uber around 5 a.m. when Quesada approached her, offering a ride. After she declined, he allegedly forced her into his car. Despite the terrifying situation, her quick thinking and the help of a friend ultimately saved her.
“He pushed me into the passenger seat. I waited for him to go to the driver’s side and took that chance to run,” she said…