Washington State Abduction Actually a Prank: Officials

A surveillance image circulated by the Washington State Patrol shows a red Ford truck used in a reported abduction. Upon investigation into the report, authorities discovered that the abduction was an elaborate prank. The family members involved in the prank may be charged, officials said. Washington State Patrol

A reported abduction in Washington state turned out to be an elaborate prank, officials said after an investigation.

The Washington State Patrol initially responded to a call on Aug. 23 after witnesses reported seeing five to six men dressed in white jumpsuits grab three people and restrain them with zip ties.