Police arrest a man accused in attempted abduction

CREATED Mar. 19, 2013

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  • Henderson police arrested a man they say is behind Sunday's attempted abduction at a local park. Video by ktnv.com

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HENDERSON, NV (KTNV)--Henderson police arrested a man they say is behind Sunday's attempted abduction at a local park.

James Allen, a 30 year old man from Bolder City, is in the Henderson Detention Center. He's charged with kidnapping, burglary, and child abuse.

Police say a concerned citizen came forward with information that lead them to Allen. The attempted abduction happened at Mountain View Park in Green Valley.  Allen allegedly tried to kidnap a 6 year old girl from the restroom. She screamed, and got away unharmed. Parents are relieved police made an arrest.

Allen is being held with no bail.