Attempted abduction in Gordon

ACT Policing is investigating a report of an attempted abduction of a 24-year-old woman in Gordon this morning (Thursday, 7 June 2018).

At about 9.30am, the woman was at a bus stop on Knoke Avenue when a small white car stopped and the driver got out. The man approached the woman, grabbed her by the wrists and attempted to pull her into the car.

The woman managed to fight off the man who then got back into his vehicle and was last seen driving towards Woodcock Drive.

The man is described as Caucasian, 30 - 40 years old, about 165cm tall (5’5”), slim build, wearing a hat or beanie, light coloured T-shirt, blue jeans and sneakers. He did not speak during this incident.

If you are approached or you are in a situation where you feel unsafe immediately contact police on 131 444 or in the case of emergency, Triple Zero (000).

Police are urging anyone who may have any information that could assist police to contact police on 131 444, Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote reference 6274231. Information can be provided anonymously.

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