LEANDER, Texas — Police are responding to a potential child abduction attempt on Wednesday morning in Leander.
According to the Leander Police Department, a 4-year-old child is safe after the alleged attempt happened sometime before 9:15 a.m. at the Lakeline Apartments, on 3000 N. Lakeline Blvd.
Law enforcement is currently searching for a suspect who left the scene heading southbound after the incident. He is described as a thin man who is either bald or has thin, curly hair and is 5 feet, 9 inches tall.
The suspect was last seen wearing a black shirt, light shorts and no shoes. If you encounter the suspect, officials say not to approach him directly but instead to contact law enforcement.
Police are using drones and K-9s to help search for the suspect. They are also in contact with Leander ISD to make sure those in the district remain safe.
Anyone with additional information should call the Leander Police Department at 512-528-2800.
This is an active investigation. Check back for more details.