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Attempted abduction on N. Morris Street
The victim was walking in the 100 block of N. Morris St. when approached from behind by a male who grabbed the victim. The victim resisted and the male brandished a knife in a threatening manner.
Reported Offense: On Nov. 9, 2016 at approximately 8:05 p.m., an assault was reported to the Richmond Police Department. The incident has been classified as an attempt abduction. VCU Police were made aware of the incident on Nov. 10, 2016. Richmond Police are investigating the incident.
Brief description of how the crime took place: The victim was walking in the 100 block of N. Morris St. when approached from behind by a male who grabbed the victim. The victim resisted and the male brandished a knife in a threatening manner. The victim separated from the suspect and the man ran south in the alley.
Suspect: Male, unknown race wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt- no additional information was provided by the victim.
