Ross Township police investigate attempted abduction at McKnight Road store

Police are looking for the man accused of trying to abduct a child Saturday night in Ross Township.

According to police, the suspect grabbed a 7-year-old child by the coat in the Goodwill store in Ross Towne Center on McKnight Road around 6:30 p.m. and said, "Let’s go.”

Police said the child was able to run away and report the incident to his mother.

By time Ross Township officers arrived, the suspect had fled the store.

Authorities said the suspect was described as a white male, mid to late 30's, 5-feet 8-inches tall, with a heavy build and a goatee. Police also said he was wearing a red tossle cap with a black stripe and a red coat with black stripes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police.