Search called off after Wahiawa attempted kidnapping ruled false
UPDATE 1:30 p.m.
Honolulu police said in a social media post at 12:45 p.m. today that, based on further investigation, it determined the kidnapping attempt did not occur.
“We appreciate the public’s assistance and will be closing this investigation.”
EARLIER COVERAGE
Honolulu police are searching for a suspect in connection with an attempted kidnapping incident in Wahiawa this morning.
In a social media post, the Honolulu Police Department said a 10-year-old girl reported that while she was walking to school this morning, a man tried to grab her, but the suspect let go when she screamed.
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The suspect was described as 5-feet-11 and 140 pounds, with a thin build, brown eyes, and possibly in his 30s. He was dressed in a black, short-sleeved shirt, black pants and a red hat, police said.
He was last seen on foot on Ohai Street heading toward Olive Avenue, police said.
Anyone with information should contact HPD or Honolulu CrimeStoppers Opens in a new tab at 808-955-8300.
