Pennsylvania Man Allegedly Kidnaps Wife Twice in One Week, Caught in Northern Kentucky Hotel Parking Lot

MAYSVILLE, KENTUCKY — A Pennsylvania man accused of kidnapping his wife twice in the same week has been arrested in Northern Kentucky, after police tracked the pair to a hotel parking lot in Maysville.

Authorities said Shawn Prince was spotted early Saturday morning by roadside cameras in Morehead, Kentucky, before officers later located him and his wife, Lydia Prince, outside a hotel hours later.

Prince was taken into custody without incident, according to Kentucky State Police.

Police Say Victim Escaped One Abduction Before Being Taken Again

Investigators said that just days before his arrest, Lydia Prince told police her husband had kidnapped her in Pennsylvania, taken her to a wooded area, and held her at gunpoint.

According to reports, he eventually fell asleep, allowing Lydia to drive away and escape to a nearby police station. But only a day after she was found safe, she was reported missing again—leading authorities to believe she had been abducted a second time.

Drugs Found in Vehicle; Multi-State Warrants Issued

When police found the couple in Maysville, they also discovered drugs and drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. Prince now faces drug charges in Kentucky in addition to kidnapping charges stemming from both states.

Officials confirmed that a warrant for his arrest was already active in Pennsylvania, and he may face federal charges due to crossing state lines during the abductions.

After his arrest, Lydia Prince was safely reunited with her family.

Multi-State Investigation Underway

Law enforcement officials from both Kentucky and Pennsylvania are continuing to coordinate their investigations. Authorities say Prince could face additional counts once evidence from surveillance footage and vehicle searches is fully processed.

The case has raised concerns about domestic violence and repeated abductions, prompting law enforcement to remind residents that help is available 24/7 through local and national hotlines.

If you or someone you know is in danger:

• Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233
• Or text START to 88788 for confidential support.

This shocking cross-state case underscores the urgency of early intervention in domestic violence situations. Stay updated on major crime and safety stories at ChicagoMusicGuide.com.