Crime & Safety

Man Wanted On Suspicion Of Attempted Abduction In Canyon Lake

The man was described as a white male, between 25 and 35 years of age, brown hair, unknown eye color, approximately 6'2" tall, between 180 and 190 pounds.

A man wanted for questioning in connection with an alleged abduction attempt in Canyon Lake is being sought, police announced today.

The alleged attempt occurred March 22 around 8 p.m. in the 31000 block of Railroad Canyon Road in Canyon Lake, according to a report from Sgt. Victor Tejeda of the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.

The man "drove up to a female and attempted to coax her into his car. The suspect subsequently approached the victim, grabbed her arm, and attempted to pull her into his car. The victim fought back, broke free, and fled the scene. The victim reported the incident to the Canyon Lake Police Department," according to the sergeant's report.

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The man was described as a white male, between 25 and 35 years of age, brown hair, unknown eye color, approximately 6'2" tall, between 180 and 190 pounds, wearing a plain black T-shirt and blue jeans. He was driving an unknown-make or model four-door black car, possibly resembling a Toyota.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call Sgt. Tejeda at the Perris Police Department: (951) 210-1093, or call anonymously at (951) 210-1000.

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