Attempted Abduction in Annandale: Woman Was Walking Home

FAIRFAX COUNTY, VA -- Police say a woman escaped an attempted abduction early Sunday in Annandale.

The incident took place in the 4300 block of Ivymount Court Sunday at 2:23 a.m., when officers responded to a report of an attempted abduction. An investigation determined a 29-year-old woman was walking home and observed a man sitting in his vehicle. The man spoke to her but she continued walking, according to police.

The suspect exited his vehicle and allegedly attempted to lead the victim to his car, police said. The woman was able to get away and notified the police. Officers did not locate the suspect.

The alleged suspect was described as Indian or Middle-Eastern, late 40s, heavyset, and was wearing a light blue shirt, according to police.

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