Riverside police searching for man accused of trying to kidnap woman near UC Riverside.
Police say the man attempted to grab the female college student from behind while she walked inside her apartment complex. She managed to escape when another person intervened.
Riverside Police Department Press Release Re: Attempted Kidnapping Near UC Riverside
DETECTIVES SEEKING INFORMATION REGARDING RECENT KIDNAPPING ATTEMPT
RIVERSIDE, CA – On January 4, 2024, at approximately 10:00 p.m., Riverside Police Officers responded to the Core at Sycamore Highlands Apartments, located at 5946 Sycamore Canyon Boulevard, regarding an attempted kidnapping. The adult female victim reported she was grabbed from behind but managed to escape when another person intervened.
The suspect was described as a Black male adult between 30 and 40-years-old, about 5’6” tall, and with a medium build. (This suspect was caught on surveillance video at the apartment complex)
Riverside Police Detectives are investigating this crime and there are no other details to release at this time. Anyone with additional information relevant to this investigation is urged to contact Detective William McGuigan at (951) 353-7103 or WMcGuigan@RiversideCA.gov, or Detective Mike Smith at MikeSmith@RiversideCA.gov or (951) 826-8728.
Those wishing to remain anonymous can email RPDTips@RiversideCA.gov, or download and use the Riverside Police Department’s “Atlas 1” mobile app by utilizing the “Send a Message” feature. Our app can be downloaded at:
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The Riverside Police Department would like to remind our community of a few safety tips that could help keep you better protected when alone at your apartment, townhome, condominium, or residence.
Dial 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency
For non-emergencies, program our City of Riverside’s Public Safety Communications Center number of (951) 354-2007 into your cell phone.
Always be alert and aware of your surroundings
Report any suspicious activity to the police
Do not leave doors to buildings propped open
Secure your residence by locking all windows and doors
Keep curtains, blinds, shades closed during hours of darkness
Avoid poorly-lit or deserted areas when walking at night
Report damaged or insufficient lighting to maintenance personnel