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Attempted Abduction Of Young Girl Near Massie Road

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A young girl was grabbed Monday afternoon as she was going into her residence near Massie Road. The case is being investigated by University of Virginia Police who say an 11-year-old girl was grabbed from behind as she was going into her door at around 4:30 Monday afternoon. Police say the girl was held against a wall. The suspect ran in an unknown direction. At the time of the incident, he might have been wearing a black shirt or jacket. Police say no other description is available. Anybody with information should contact UVA Police at 924-7166.

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