COPS have launched an urgent manhunt and parents have been warned after a schoolgirl was “grabbed” by a man.
The 13-year-old was walking through a lane in Yeovil, Somerset, when her left arm was grabbed and pulled, police said.
Avon and Somerset Police are now urgently appealing for witnesses or anyone with CCTV footage to come forward.
The 13-year-old was walking between Freedom Avenue and Burroughes Avenue at around 8am on Wednesday, October 1, when she was grabbed.
She was able to push the suspect away but did not get a description of what is believed to be a man.
After being grabbed, police said she “did the right thing” after running to a place of safety.
Yeovil neighbourhood inspector Roseanna Green said: “This victim is understandably upset by this incident, but officers are supporting her and her family, who is being offered additional support by other services, including her school.
“School leaders have informed children and their parents of the incident, and we would ask people with any concerns or information about this incident to speak to police.
“The incident is now under investigation and house-to-house and CCTV enquiries have been carried out.
“We would urge anybody who lives in the area to check their CCTV for anything suspicious at the time of the incident, or int he moments before or afterwards.”
