Teenager escapes after being forced into car in Harlow
Police seek information on vehicle and suspects involved in incident
Last updated 5 hours ago
Detectives are calling for assistance after a teenage girl was forced into a car in Church Langley, Harlow, before managing to escape in Epping.
The incident began in Minton Lane car park near Tesco just after 6.50pm on the evening of 3rd August 2026.
The girl, who is white and has blonde hair, was wearing a black top, black shorts, white socks, and trainers.
She managed to flee from the car on Buckingham Road at its junction with Lower Swaines at around 7.30pm and sought help.
The vehicle believed to be involved is described as a black car.
The suspects are said to be white men dressed in tracksuits.
Detective Sergeant Paul Marks emphasized the urgency of the investigation:
“We know this incident will be concerning to people.
We understand and we are working at pace to try and identify the car and the men involved in this incident.
If you were at either of these locations this evening please check your dashcam or CCTV.”
People with information or footage related to the incident are encouraged to report online at www.essex.police.uk/digital101 or use the online Live Chat service available 24/7.
Anonymous reports can be made to the independent charity Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.