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Isle Of Wight Teenager 'Grabbed' By Stranger Near Ryde Tesco

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A 17-year-old girl was grabbed on the arm by a stranger near to Tesco in Ryde last night (Tuesday).

Hampshire Constabulary says a man got out of a vehicle and approached her. He is believed to have been a passenger.

The girl shook off the man, according to police, before entering the supermarket.

Officers are appealing for witnesses and information.

The incident is said to have taken place beside the Tesco car park. It happened at around 9pm.

The vehicle is described as silver/grey in colour with blue tinted lights and four doors.

The man is described as being white, aged in his 20s, with brown eyes, black hair, and wearing a jumper.

Officers are in the area making enquiries, but are also keen to hear from anyone who may have seen this vehicle in the area at this time.

If you have any Dash Cam footage or CCTV from this area, please call police on 101 quoting crime reference number 44210050110.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org

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