ATTEMPTED KIDNPPING UNFOUNDED

The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office says the attempted kidnapping of a 14-year old girl on January 26th never happened. The victim told deputies that a white male got out of a white van in the 1800 block of Atwood Drive and tried grab her while she was walking, but she was able to break free. After an extensive investigation, investigators said the crime did not occur, and the victim has completely recanted her statement. Charges are pending for the false reporting of a felony.”