There was legally sufficient evidence of guilt and the verdict was not against the weight of the evidence. We see no reason to disturb the credibility determinations of the jury. There was ample evidence supporting the elements of abduction and intent to terrorize required for first-degree kidnapping under Penal Law § 135.25 (2) (c), including evidence of threats, display of weapons, and lengthy interrogation of a terrifying nature.
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