Man charged after 'attempted kidnap' in Harlow
It's after a teenage girl was approached and grabbed earlier this week
Last updated 19th Jun 2022
A man has been charged after an alleged attempted kidnap in Harlow earlier this week.
A teenage girl reported being approached and grabbed by a man close to Oakwood Pond, between Upper Park and Fourth Avenue around 4:20pm on Wednesday (June 15).
It led to a massive police response and the arrest of a suspect on Friday (June 17).
29 year old Luis Palma, of Lower Meadow, Harlow, has now been charged with kidnapping, sexual assault, and possession of cannabis.
He's due to appear before Colchester Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (June 20).
Temporary Chief Inspector Terry Fisher said: “I know this incident will have caused concern in the community but incidents like this are extremely rare and we believe this was an isolated incident.
“A dedicated team of specialist officers and staff are continuing to support the girl and her family.
“If you have any concerns or information about this incident, please contact us.”