Shocking security camera footage captures a Kansas woman’s possible abduction. The bigger mystery: Cops don’t know who she is

Chilling surveillance video released by Wichita police shows what appears to be a brutal abduction as a woman is dragged from a porch screaming for help. What’s even more alarming: as of now, investigators say they still can’t identify her or the man seen with her.

According to a Wichita Police Department social media update: “We’ve worked throughout the day on this investigation, following up on numerous leads, and we appreciate the public’s help. At this time, we have not been able to identify the female and male seen in the video. Exploring all options, we’ve reached out to our regional and federal law enforcement partners for additional assistance.” Authorities also said their team “has processed the audio, reducing background noise, hoping that someone will recognize her voice.”

She doesn’t live there

The origin of the footage remains somewhat murky. Media reports describe it as captured by a residential security camera — likely a doorbell or Ring-style device — though the home’s occupant says they do not know the woman in the video. So, not only does she appear to be abducted, but she was approaching a home that wasn’t hers. She seems to shout, “Kevin.”

Online true-crime communities have already begun speculating. On Websleuths, one thread notes confusion about the timeline, emphasizing that neighbors reportedly didn’t hear anything and only learned of the event when reviewing their video later.

Another poster suggested the abductor may have used a white vehicle, pointing out the video cuts just as the scene moves toward a street or driveway.

The incident is believed to have occurred around 2 a.m. in the 1400 block of North Volutsia, between Grove and Hillside, in northeast Wichita. Neighbors say the block is normally quiet. Investigators have confirmed that a tip or call from Oklahoma initially thought to be relevant has been ruled out as unrelated.

Meanwhile, police are urging the public to carefully review the released video. Anyone who recognizes either individual should call 911, contact Wichita detectives at 316-268-4407, or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111.

At present, the case remains open and active. Officials say no arrests have been made, and investigators continue coordinating with regional and federal partners to identify both the potential victim and suspect.