Prince William County Police have identified a 20-year-old Manassas man as a suspect in an alleged attempted abduction of a 4-year-old child that occurred on October 18, 2023. However, authorities state that there is insufficient evidence to pursue charges indicating an intent to kidnap.
The incident reportedly took place in the area of Grant Avenue and the Manassas Industrial Park. According to statements given to the Prince William Times, police responded after a witness reported seeing a man attempt to pull a 4-year-old from a stroller.
Upon arrival, officers located a man matching the description given by the witness. The suspect was reportedly heavily intoxicated. Following an investigation, police concluded there was not enough evidence to support charges related to an attempted abduction. No further details regarding the interaction between the suspect and the child were released by authorities in the provided information.