Police Manhunt for Suspect Who Attempted to Abduct Young Girl in South Jersey

Police Manhunt for Suspect Who Attempted to Abduct Young Girl in South Jersey

MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP, NJ — The New Jersey State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in the attempted abduction of a juvenile female in Cumberland County.

The incident occurred on January 12 around 11:30 a.m. near the intersection of State Highway 47 and Main Street, where an unidentified man attempted to abduct the girl outside her residence.

The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 6 feet tall, between 30 and 40 years old, with light stubbly facial hair and a two-inch jagged scar on his left jawline. He was last seen wearing a black beanie, an oversized black hooded sweatshirt, black sweatpants, black socks, and black shoes.

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the suspect or the incident to contact the New Jersey State Police Troop “A” Port Norris Station at 856-785-0036.