Overview
- A judge denied bail for Oscar Bladimir Argueta, 34, who faces kidnapping and second-degree assault charges in Baltimore County.
- Police say the 12-year-old was walking near Vintage Court and Cranbrook Road on Thursday when Argueta persuaded her to get into a gray Toyota Camry.
- Charging documents allege he drove to several spots, reclined his seat, touched the girl's leg and stomach, moved into the backseat, and asked if he could kiss her.
- The student reported the encounter to school staff after being dropped off, police made an arrest, and the principal says she is safe and receiving support.
- Argueta denied improper contact and told investigators he was driving for the Empower ride-matching app, which says it locked his account and is assisting police.