Girl, 6, in attempted abduction - police probe

Officers were called to Scafell Grove in Platt Bridge on Thursday at around 6.40pm.

It is believed the youngster was playing with friends when she walked to a nearby pathway and a man approached her.

He then grabbed hold of her but the girl managed to run away.

He is described as white and wearing a grey hat, blue top, grey trousers with a blue stripe and was riding a bike.

He is believed to have been with a second man who is described as black.

Anyone with any information should call police 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.