Pedestrians Save 14-Year-Old Salem Girl From Attempted Rape

The girl was taken to Salem Hospital for treatment of sore ribs.

The attack happened on Beach Ave near Portland Rd.

(SALEM) - Pedestrians are being credited for breaking-up an alleged attempted rape of a 14-year-old Salem girl Sunday night.

Salem police say the girl was walking along Portland Road under the railroad overpass just before 9:00 PM when a man grabbed her.

Police say the man dragged the girl to an area near Beach Avenue NE, pinned her, and removed some of her clothing.

The man ran when two pedestrians approached the area.

The suspect is described as Hispanic, 25 to 30 years of age, 5’10, 170 pounds, with a mustache and short hair. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a blue shirt.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Salem police at (503) 588-6050.