Police seek witnesses after man tries to lead girl away in Harlow

The young girl wasn't hurt and managed to flee to safety

Author: Matt SoanesPublished 8th Nov 2022

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man allegedly approached a young girl in Harlow and tried to lead her away.

It happened on Tawney's Road at around 5:30pm yesterday. The girl managed to flee to safety and wasn't hurt.

The victim and her family are being supported by Essex Police.

No arrests have been made and investigations continue.

Police have extra patrols in the area today and are urging any witnesses, or anyone who captured CCTV to get in touch.

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