Child targeted in abduction attempt as New Jersey police search for suspect

MAURICE RIVER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man wanted for attempting to abduct a juvenile girl outside her home Saturday morning near the intersection of State Highway 47 and Main Street.

The incident occurred on January 12 at approximately 11:30 a.m. The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 6 feet tall, aged 30 to 40 years, 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.

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New Jersey State Police are urging anyone with information to contact Troop “A” Port Norris Station at 856-785-0036. Anonymous tips are also welcome.