Girl Stabs Man to Escape Abduction in NJ

An 8-year-old girl in Berlin Township, New Jersey, narrowly escaped an abduction attempt while walking to school on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred near John F. Kennedy Elementary School, where the girl reported that a man approached her from behind. She managed to fend off the suspect by stabbing him with a pencil, potentially causing a facial injury, before fleeing to safety. The suspect is described as a Black male with a dark beard, wearing black clothing and a baseball cap. Local authorities have asked the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity as the investigation continues. There will be increased police presence in the area, and after-school activities have been canceled as a precaution.