Tacoma Police on the hunt for attempted kidnapping suspect, teen escapes

On Sunday, Tacoma Police are investigating an attempted kidnapping that occurred around 11 a.m. near the 1700 Pacific Boulevard Southeast.

According to police, a juvenile was approached by a man and then followed for several blocks before forcing her into a red 4-door Toyota.

The suspect then drove near the 3000 block of 6th Avenue where he went into a store and the victim was able to escape.

The victim ran from the scene on foot and called 911.

Tacoma Police are looking for a Hispanic male, possibly in his 50s, 5 foot 6, between 150 and 160 pounds.

The suspect was last seen driving a red 4-door Toyota.

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The case is being investigated as an attempted kidnapping or luring.

Police are asking anyone with information or who can identify the suspect to call 911.

This story was originally published here.

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