15-Year-Old Girl Escapes Kidnapping Attempt In Lockport Township

LOCKPORT, IL — A 15-year-old girl waiting for her school bus in Lockport Township was nearly abducted Monday when a man got out of his car and tried to grab her.

The Will County Sheriff's Office responded to Oak Avenue and Green Garden in Lockport Township for a call of attempted child abduction.

The victim told police that while she was waiting for her bus at around 6:30 a.m., a smaller, silver, 4-door vehicle drove up and parked near her. An older white male with short gray hair got out of the car, approached her and grabbed her around the waist. The man attempted to pull the girl into the car, but she was able to break free and run home, police said. The victim did not sustain any injuries.

The victim said the vehicle had several large rust spots on it, especially around the trunk. She told police she had seen the vehicle near the bus stop before, and the same male suspect had previously offered her a ride.

Will County Sheriff's Office spokeswoman Kathy Hoffmeyer said police have increased their presence in the area and around area schools. School districts in the area have also been notified of the incident.

The sheriff's office is asking the public for help in identifying the vehicle or offender. Anyone with information is asked to call the Investigation Division at 815-727-8574 or after business hours, call the non-emergency number at 815-727-8575.

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