Attempted Child Abduction Caught On Camera In Philadelphia

Philadelphia PA

26 October, 2021

10:42 AM

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PHILADELPHIA — Police in Philadelphia are asking for help finding an attempted child abduction suspect. According to police, an attempted abduction occurred at about noon Sunday, Oct. 17 on the 2300 block of North 11th Street. Police said the man seen above tried to abduct a 2-year-old boy who was walking with his mother on that block. The suspect was described as a black male in his mid 30s with a dark complexion, standing about 5 feet 11 inches tall, with a thin build. He was wearing maroon sweatpants and a navy blue shirt. Police said he appeared to have a back brace or light jacket tied around his waist. If you see this suspect, do not approach him and instead call 911 immediately. To submit a tip via telephone, dial 215-686-8477 or text a tip to 215-686-8477. Use this electronic form to submit a tip anonymously. All tips will be confidential. If you have any information about this crime or this suspect please contact the Special Victims Unit at 215-685-3252.