Man held for ‘attempting to kidnap’ schoolgirl, six, from Christmas fair

A man has been arrested after allegedly attempting to kidnap a six-year-old schoolgirl from a Christmas fair.

The shocking incident is said to have happened in broad daylight at 12.40pm in Egham, Surrey.

A 47-year-old man is accused of trying to grab the young girl on Egham High Street, after he was suspected of trying to lure her away with toys and sweets.

The man, Surrey Police said, is currently in custody.

An investigation is currently under way, and police have called for anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has any other information, to come forward.

The suspect is described as white, around 50 years, around 5ft 9 tall and of a slight build.

He was wearing a grey cap, a black jacket, jeans, trainers and glasses and was carrying a black rucksack.

Anyone with information can call police on 101 quoting crime reference number PR/45180130630