And, that just about proves the kidnapping charge. He originally went voluntarily with them, which might have provided some wiggle room on that charge, but a ransom demand is way over the top.
Also sounds like they did not release the victim either, he escaped or the police found him where he was kidnapped
That makes a big difference
Kidnappping
False imprisonment
Assault with a deadly weapon
Hate Crime
Probably drug charges
Underage drinking
These four are 18 , adults and they are going to do hard time for this