Attempted Child Abduction Reported In Campbell; Suspect's Car Caught On Video: WATCH

A possible child abduction attempt of a young girl walking her dog was reported this morning near the intersection of Maysun Court and Harriet Avenue in Campbell, police said.

The pre-teen was walking with her dog in the area at approximately 10 a.m. when a man in his 30s pulled up in a car and asked for directions, according to the Campbell Police Department.

The man, described as Asian or Hispanic, got out of his car, approached the child, while continuing to inquire about directions, and then grabbed her in a “bear hug,” police said.

The girl fought back and screamed which caused the suspect to flee in his car. A witness in the area heard the child scream and saw the man driving away northbound on Harriet, police said.

The suspect was described as approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall with a medium build, and wearing a black and white beanie and a tan or brown long, buttoned-up coat with fur on the cuffs. The vehicle was described as an older, four-door sedan, possibly silver in color.

A video of the suspect’s car can be seen below.

Anyone who may have witnessed the event or recognizes the suspect is asked to contact the Campbell Police Department Investigations Unit at 408-871-5190. Those wishing to remain anonymous can also contact the Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers at 408-947-STOP (7867).