Police in Palmyra Looking for Man Who Tried to Lure Young Girl

Police in Palmyra, Burlington County are searching for a male suspect who attempted to lure a young girl away from her home.

The incident reportedly took place around 3 p.m. on Tuesday, February 4, when a white man knocked on the W. Henry Street door of a 7th grader claiming he was there to pick up her and her brother, according to 6abc.com.

The victim slammed the door in the suspect's face and he fled.

Palmyra Police are investigating and have released a sketch of the man. He's described as being of average height and weight with grayish-black hair and beard. He may have been wearing a hoodie sweatshirt.

Palmyra Police are asking anyone who may recognize the suspect to contact them immediately at (856) 829-0198.

SOURCES: Palmyra Police NJ/Facebook; 6abc.com