It happened on Conneaut Lake Rd. just west of North Watson Run Rd. just before 1:30 a.m.
Laughary forced the 47-year-old victim into his car in the parking lot of the CVS Pharmacy at 12th and Parade around 1:45 a.m., according to State Police.
Divers take to the cold water for annual tradition
Cold temps on New Years Day didn't stop area runners from starting off 2019 with a race.
Frigid Frolic has cyclists starting off the new year with a ride through Presque Isle State Park.
Erie Police are investigating reports of shots fired, just hours into the New Year.
After a rough stretch to start the season, the Ramblers of Cathedral Prep seem to be hitting their stride.
As we count down to the new year, and reflect on 2018, Erie Mayor Joe Schember is doing the same. He's taking a look back, on his first year in office.
It featured a special countdown and balloon drop followed by an apple juice toast.
A report by the National Employment Law Project estimates that roughly 17 million employees will benefit from the increases.
Some of the top goals for 2019 include losing weight, saving money, and getting healthy.