Crime & Safety

Atlanta Police Release Sketch Of Lake Claire Attempted Kidnapping Suspect

The March 12 incident occurred around 4:10 p.m. near the intersection of Connecticut and New York avenues.

Atlanta police officials released a sketch of the man believed to have attempted to kidnap a 12-year-old Lake Claire girl as she walked home from school.

The March 12 incident occurred around 4:10 p.m. near the intersection of Connecticut and New York avenues.

The victim told investigators the man, driving a silver SUV, pulled up alongside her and offered a ride.

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She declined and began walking away but the man put the vehicle in reverse and tried to follow her.

He gave up when other motorists approached the intersection.

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Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers Atlanta at 404.577.TIPS (8477).


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