WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — UPDATE: Police have arrested a man they say tried to snatch a female jogger in Winston-Salem.
Previous Report:
Police are asking for the public assistance in finding a man they believe is responsible for an attempted kidnapping in Winston-Salem Wednesday.
Winston-Salem police said a woman was jogging on the 200 block of E. Salem Avenue near Cemetery Street around 5:30 p.m. when a man approached her resulting in a physical struggle.
Officers said the woman was not injured.
Police said the man is approximately 18-22 years old, thin build, and around 6 feet tall.
He was wearing a neon yellow shirt that appeared to be from construction or landscaping, and brown pants, according to police.
Officers said he was last seen on Salem Ave. headed south.
Winston-Salem resident, Kira Wood said she takes a walk along the Winston-Salem trails a couple times a week. Learning about this attempted kidnapping terrifies her.
"It's really scary knowing that it happened so early in the day. It's definitely going to make me take more precautions when I'm out and about and make sure I tell people where I'm going and tell them how long I'm going to be gone," Wood said.
Wood said it's important to keep your eyes open and head on a swivel when walking/jogging or even biking alone.
Winston-Salem State University is just a few miles from East Salem Avenue.
Chief of Police there, Amir Henry, said being aware of your surroundings is important.
"A few things that I would share is, try not to be distracted. Let somebody know where you're going," Chief Henry said.
The investigation is ongoing.
Winston-Salem police haven't released anymore information about the victim or the suspect.
A news conference is set to take place Friday where we are expected to learn more.
We will keep you updated on any developments.
If you have any information on the attempted kidnapping, call Winston-Salem police at 336-773-7700.
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