SALINA- Police in Salina are asking for the public’s help to locate a suspect wanted in connection with an alleged battery and kidnapping.

Officers report a woman in her early 20’s told Salina Police that just after midnight on Thursday, she was involved in an argument with her boyfriend, Jose Robles.

During the argument, Robles hit her in the head multiple times with a handgun.

Robles then forced the woman into his vehicle and drove her to multiple locations. While she was held captive, Robles repeatedly threatened to kill her.

The woman was able to escape from the vehicle and contact police. She was treated and released from Salina Regional Health Center.

Robles’ vehicle, a tan Chevrolet Impala, was later found abandoned at approximately 10:00 a.m. that morning at the Central Mall parking lot, 2259 S. 9th.

An arrest warrant has been issued for Robles charging him with Attempted Murder, Aggravated Kidnapping, Aggravated Battery and Criminal Possession of a Firearm.

If you know the whereabouts of Robles, please call the Salina Police Department immediately at 785-826-7210 or 911. Do not approach or place yourself at risk.