The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office arrested Jamil Alam Monday evening after a female University student accused him of abducting her Sunday evening , according to a statement released by University Police yesterday.
University Police said Alam was driving the student to her on-Grounds residence, but when they arrived he refused to let her out of the vehicle and instead drove her to Ruckersville, Virginia.
The student said Alam released her without further incident.
Following the encounter, University Police obtained a warrant for abduction and an emergency protective order against Alam.
University Police also charged Alam with sending threatening text messages to the victim.
Alam is currently being held without bond in the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center.
-compiled by Michelle Davis
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