Wilmington Police are seeking information from the public regarding a recent attempted kidnapping. According to Nixle, the incident occurred on February 24 around 6:30 p.m., when police were called to North Harrison Street after reports of an attempted abduction of a 10-year-old girl.
The suspect, who experienced an unexpected bite from the victim's dog, fled the scene before police arrived, heading towards North Van Buren Street. He is described as a white male, with an approximate height of 5’5” to 5’9”, and has a thin build. He was dressed in all black and was wearing a face covering during the time of the attempt. Fortunately, the young victim did not sustain injuries during this distressing event.
Investigators from the Wilmington Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division are following up on this serious attempt to abduct a child. They have issued a call for any potential video that might have captured the suspect before, during, or after the incident. "Anyone with information – including potential video surveillance that might have captured the incident or the suspect in the area – is encouraged to contact Detective Sergeant Ron Mullin at 302-824-3751 or [email protected]," according to the details provided by the police.
Meanwhile, the authorities emphasize the importance of vigilance, urging Wilmington residents to stay alert and report any suspicious activities promptly. In a community where children should feel safe to play and walk, the presence of such threat rattles the trust that binds a neighborhood. The investigation into this attempted kidnapping is active and ongoing, and the police are relying on citizen participation to aid in the capture of the suspect.
