Police looking for man who tried to abduct a woman near UNCW

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Police are looking for a man they say tried abduct a female around 9 a.m. this morning in Wilmington.

The victim told police that she was walking down near the 500 block of Heidi Drive toward Wood Dale Drive when the suspect drove up behind her. After a few minutes she heard the door on the vehicle slam and realized the suspect was right behind her. The suspect grabbed her by the shoulder, however she was able to kick the suspect and get away.

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 30-35 years of age, 5’7 inches tall, medium build, dark skin, with a mustache. He was wearing a sweat shirt and jeans and spoke limited English. The suspect was driving a newer model, dark grey Chevy pickup truck with two doors.

If you have any information about this incident please use Text-a-Tip or call the Wilmington Police Department at 910-343-3609.