A quiet Thursday morning in Cockeysville turned tense after a middle school student reported she had been abducted on her way to school. According to police, the student said a man stopped her, persuaded her to get into a vehicle, and later dropped her off at school, where she reported what happened. The incident unfolded before classes started and has rattled families in the Greenside Drive neighborhood.
Suspect In Custody, Awaiting Court Appearance
Baltimore County police located the man described by the student and took him into custody. Authorities say he is now waiting to appear before a court commissioner. As reported by WMAR-2 News, police have not publicly identified the suspect or detailed any formal charges.
Where It Happened And School Resources
Cockeysville Middle School, located at 10401 Greenside Drive, lists a school resource officer and counseling services among its staff, according to the school’s website. The school’s online pages also direct families to counseling resources and the communication channels used for student and family notifications, per Cockeysville Middle School.
Investigation Details And How To Help
The student reported the alleged abduction to police at about 7:50 a.m., telling officers that a man who claimed to be a family friend persuaded her into a vehicle and drove her to multiple locations before dropping her off at school, authorities say. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the Baltimore County Police Department by phone or submit a tip online. The department’s reporting options are outlined on the Baltimore County Police website, and the initial reporting was covered by WMAR-2 News and the Baltimore County Police Department.
