In a horrifying turn of events, Birmingham Police have confirmed the tragic discovery of the body of kidnapping victim Nakita Davidson. The 40-year-old mother of four was found on Friday afternoon at approximately 3:18 p.m. on 18th Place SW.

The investigation began on Thursday, April 11, when police responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 6th Avenue SW and MLK at around 2:11 a.m. Upon arrival, officers uncovered evidence of a possible assault/shooting incident, yet there were no individuals present at the scene.

Authorities now believe that Davidson, who is described as 5′4″ tall and weighing 200 pounds, was involved in the vehicle collision and may have been injured and subsequently kidnapped. Her vehicle, a 2008 Saturn Outlook, was driven away from the scene by an unknown perpetrator.

On Friday afternoon, in a joint operation by the U.S. Marshals and the Crime Reduction Team, a burgundy vehicle was discovered in a wooded, dead-end area. Birmingham Police officers arrived at the scene and made a grim realization - a body was found inside the vehicle. The victim was later identified as Nakita Davidson.

Sgt. Wade, spokesperson for the Birmingham Police, revealed that investigators believe Cedric Dwayne Robertson, an individual with whom Davidson was in a dating relationship, had placed her inside her own vehicle and driven away. Cedric Dwayne Robertson was arrested in the 2100 block of Northland Avenue SW at approximately 6:40 p.m. on Friday.

"This is a very heartfelt and sad situation," expressed Sgt. Wade. "It is a sad day, and it deeply affects us all, knowing that Nakita's four children will now be left without a mother."

The investigation into the circumstances leading to Nakita Davidson's death is ongoing, and authorities are working diligently to gather evidence and determine the motive behind this heinous act of violence. As the community mourns the loss of a beloved mother, they unite in demanding justice for Nakita Davidson and her grieving children.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Nakita Davidson's family and loved ones during this difficult time.