MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) -- A woman is in custody after Memphis police say she gave a father and his two young children a ride, then refused to let them out of the car, saying she had a better place to take them.

Latrica Marie Allen, 41, is charged with kidnapping and assault.

According to officers, on Sept. 28, the father told investigators that he and his children were walking on Overton Crossing, toward Frayser Boulevard when Allen pulled up to them, driving a 2009 Chrysler Sebring.

The victim said Allen offered him and his children a ride, and in exchange, he gave Allen $20.

When they got into her vehicle, the father said Allen told him, "I've always wanted kids, and I have a better place to take you."

He told police he immediately asked her to stop the car, but Allen refused to let

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