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ICYMI: Woman Reportedly Was Almost Abducted Hiking In Montco

The man grabbed her from behind while she walked alone in the woods and pulled out a knife.

State police are investigating reports of an attempted abduction in Green Lane Park in Montgomery County on Saturday.

A 37-year-old woman was walking on the trail in the park near Ward Road at about 3:45 p.m. when a man approached her, according to reports.

The man grabbed her from behind and put his arm around her neck while displaying a knife, according to the Pottstown Mercury.

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The woman managed to escape, WFMZ said.

The suspect is described as a white male in his early 20s, standing about 5 feet, 5 inches tall with brown hair and a stocky build, reports state.

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Anyone with any information on the incident or the suspect is asked to contact Pennsylvania State Police at Skippack at 610-584-1250.

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