Attempted Kidnapping in Richland County

Sheriff's Office calls on public for assistance
Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott Photo credit RCSO Facebook Page

An attempted kidnapping in Richland County has the Sheriff's Office reaching out to the public to help identify a vehicle of interest.

Vehicle of interest in an attempted kidnapping in Richland County March 8, 2024 Photo credit RCSO Facebook Page

Deputies say the kidnapping attempt happened on March 8th, in a residential area on Baysdale Drive.  The suspect tried to grab the victim, a minor, thankfully the child was able to get away.

The vehicle in question is described as a black SUV with a sticker on the front driver and front passenger doors. Minimal detail describes the suspect, a man with facial hair wearing all black.

Vehicle of interest in an attempted kidnapping in Richland County March 8, 2024 Photo credit RCSO Facebook Page

Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact crime stoppers of the Midlands at 888-crime-sc

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