GLOUCESTER CITY: Stranger Alert!

Gloucester City Police Department PRESS RELEASE

Monday, November 9 at approximately 5pm a 12 –year- old -female was walking in the area of 7th Street and Jersey Avenue when an unknown male approached her from behind and attempted to grab hold of her.  The victim was able to pull away, however, the male then pushed her to the ground and began to pull at her clothing.  The male stopped after a few seconds and fled the area on foot.  He was last seen running east bound on Charles Street toward Jersey Avenue.  The male is described as being olive skinned with scruffy facial hair and black, greasy hair which was matted down.  The male was wearing a black t-shirt and is believed to be in his late 20's. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Gloucester City Police Detective Division at 456-7797.