Teen Kidnapped Across State Lines | Savannah News

A chilling kidnapping unfolded when Giavannie Carter and Johnathan Kelly stormed a home in Baxley, Georgia, snatching 13-year-old Layla Nubian Carter with a knife — then fled across state lines into Florida. Authorities, including the FBI and Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, tracked them down to a motel, rescued Layla unharmed, and arrested both suspects on multiple serious charges. The swift, multi-agency response averted tragedy, but the trauma for Layla and her family remains profound — a stark reminder of how fast danger can escalate and why collaboration between law enforcement is vital. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/07b8274364341b02