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Man Arrested Following Attempted Abduction In Crawley

Police have made an arrest after a man reportedly picked up a child and tried to leave a play area in Crawley.

It happened at Broadfield Community Centre just before 5pm on Wednesday (26 April).

The suspect put the child down after her mother challenged him. The child was unharmed and the suspect remains in custody.

Enquiries are ongoing and police say they have increased their presence in the area.

They're asking people not speculate about the incident on social media.

Anyone with concerns about the incident should speak to one of our local officers or report any information about it online or by ringing 101 quoting 1173 of 26/04.

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