Police are currently investigating an incident where a schoolgirl narrowly escaped an attempted abduction near a popular spot in Birmingham. The unsettling event unfolded at Faulkners Farm Drive in Erdington on Wednesday, September 10, as the 14-year-old girl was en route to school. Allegedly, a man attempted to force her into a car around 8:45 am.
Although the girl managed to break free without physical harm, her mother shared on social media that the experience left her daughter deeply shaken. Expressing her disgust, the mother emphasized the gravity of the situation, urging authorities to swiftly apprehend the perpetrator before another potential victim falls prey to such a terrifying ordeal.
Following the incident, the teenager’s aunt took to social media to spread awareness, highlighting the attempted abduction and emphasizing the importance of sharing the information to prevent future incidents.
A spokesperson from West Midlands Police has confirmed the ongoing investigation into the attempted abduction near Witton Lakes Park. Authorities were alerted to the incident where a man tried to abduct the girl at Faulkners Farm Drive in Erdington in the morning hours. Fortunately, the girl managed to escape unharmed. Investigators are diligently working to gather all necessary information and identify the individual responsible for the alarming incident.
Anyone with relevant information or who witnessed the attempted abduction is urged to come forward and assist the investigation. Contact details for sharing information include reaching out via Live Chat on the police website or calling 101 and referencing log 939 dated September 10.