Attempted abduction investigation after men tried to grab schoolgirls
Police are investigating an attempted abduction in Birmingham after two men tried to grab two teenage girls walking home.
The 14-year-old girls were walking home from school along Station Road, in Acocks Green, on Friday, May 3, when they noticed a van being driven suspiciously.
Although the van drove off – two men appeared moments later and tried to drag the girls away at around 6.15pm.
They managed to scream for help and a passer-by came to their assistance.
The men then ran off in the direction of Warwick Road.
Detective Inspector Jonathan Kiteley, from West Midlands Police, said: "This was a disturbing incident involving two young girls and we are making enquiries to trace the white van and the two men.
"I am also hoping to find the man who helped the girls and scared away their attackers. His information may prove vital to the ongoing investigation."
CCTV enquiries are ongoing and officers are appealing for anyone in the area at the time to come forward.
Detective Inspector Kiteley added: "We understand incidents like this are a cause for concern. I would like to assure the local community that we’re increasing patrols and liaising with local schools to make sure people feel safe.
“I would ask children and parents alike to remain vigilant, be aware of their personal safety and to report any suspicious incidents to the police."
Anyone with information can call West Midlands Police on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, quoting incident number 20BE/105825X/19.
