Police in Council Bluffs are investigating the alleged abduction of a teenager. Officers received a call at the 8:30-a.m. about a possible attempted abduction that had occurred in the area of Valley View and Mall Drive, in Council Bluffs. Police received information that a 15 year old female was running on Mall Drive when an unknown white male approached her and grabbed her by the arm. The female said that she struck the male and was able to run off. The suspect was described as being a white male, about 45-50 years old, who was wearing a black coat, blue jeans, grey shoes and a green stocking cap. Several officers checked the area but were unable to locate any suspects. The incident remains under investigation.

Area where the alleged abduction attempt took place (Click on the image to enlarge)

If anyone was in the area of the alleged incident this (Monday) morning between 8-and 8:30-a.m., and happened to see a male matching the description given, please contact the Council Bluffs Police Department at 712-328-4765.The CBPD would like to remind runners and bikers to be aware of their surroundings and whenever possible, travel in groups of 2 or more. Any suspicious people or activity should be reported to 9-1-1 immediately.