Crime & Safety

17-Year-Old Held Hostage For Nearly A Week In Big Bear

Deputies claimed Dourousseau held her for six days, giving her very little food and water while also making her drink a lot of alcohol.

(KCAL News)

March 13, 2024

Deputies in Big Bear arrested a 26-year-old man for allegedly holding a 17-year-old girl hostage for nearly a week.

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Investigators claim Zackary Dourousseau forced the teen to have sex with him in exchange for her freedom.

The ordeal started on March 1 when Dourousseau allegedly picked up the girl in his car and brought her to his home in Big Bear Lake. Investigators claimed he asked her for sex, but she refused.

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