Manhunt launched after ‘man tried to force 13-year-old schoolgirl into car and assaulted her’

A MANHUNT has been launched after a man tried to force a 13-year-old schoolgirl into a car and assaulted her before she managed to escape.

Police have launched an investigation following the report of the assault on the teenager by a man in his 40s.

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The girl was on her way home from school at about 3.10pm on Wednesday when she walked passed a man standing next to a blue car in Rockingham Road, Sawtry, Cambridgeshire, who asked her if she wanted a lift.

When she refused police said the man grabbed her by the wrist however she broke free and managed to run home safely home.

PC Gary Blane said: "This incident is very concerning and was particularly frightening for the young victim so we are very keen to hear from anyone with information or who saw anything suspicious in the area."

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The offender is described as white, around 5'10", in his early 40s and of medium build.

Anyone with information should call police on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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