CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Police say a man tried to kidnap a teenager from a local greenway in Charlotte.
Investigators say the suspect had a knife and tried to tackle the teen from behind while she was at McMullen Creek Greenway in south Charlotte just before noon on Thursday. Β
The man is accused of trying to shove her on the ground. Β The victim allegedly fought off the suspect. Β
Police say the suspect is described as a black or Hispanic male, approximately 25 years of age, 6’0″ and 190 lbs. He was last seen wearing a light blue t-shirt and khaki cargo shorts/pants.
The CMPD would like to remind the public to practice the following personal safety tips as you go about your daily activities:
*Β Β Β Β Β Be alert, walk with authority, look ahead and scan your surroundings.
*Β Β Β Β Β Jog or walk with a known companion.
*Β Β Β Β Β Always jog or walk in a familiar area; avoid heavily wooded, poorly lighted or secluded areas.
*Β Β Β Β Β Be aware of your surroundings; avoid wearing devices with earphones that will disable you from hearing activities around you.
*Β Β Β Β Β Wear bright colored clothing to improve visibility; avoid exercising after dark.
*Β Β Β Β Β Vary your route, if you think you are being followed go to the nearest residence, open business or group of people and seek help.
*Β Β Β Β Β Carry a cell phone to use for emergencies; avoid leisurely talking on the phone when walking, criminals pray on people that are distracted.
*Β Β Β Β Β Be extra alert to someone who asks for directions and continues to engage you in conversation.
