AN 18-year-old Liversedge man was due to appear before Dewsbury magistrates today charged with kidnap and assault.

Police want to trace three youths who were approached by a distressed 16-year-old girl who was running away from a man in a black Fiat Punto on Heckmondwike Road, Dewsbury Moor, at 11.30pm on Saturday.

They should call the police on 01924 431085.