Kaikohe Police are investigating a report of an attempted kidnapping that occurred on Sunday (October 25).
Just before 3pm a teenage girl was walking along the footpath on State Highway 12 in Ömapere. She was approached outside the Ömapere Playcentre by two men driving an older model black sedan.
The sedan was described as having a dirty or dusty exterior with tinted side windows.
Detective Sergeant Chris Fouhy said the man sitting in the front passenger seat has grabbed the girl's handbag and has pulled her towards the car. He has then pulled the girl into the car; however she has managed to break free.
The vehicle was last seen travelling west along State Highway 12 towards the Omapere hill.
The passenger of the vehicle was described as Maori of stocky build and aged about 30 years. He was wearing a red shirt, a red beanie, and black sunglasses. The driver of the vehicle was described as Caucasian and wearing dark sunglasses.
"This is an unprovoked daytime attack on a female walking along a busy road. Police ask that people in the Opononi and Omapere areas be aware of those around them and walk in pairs or groups where possible. If you encounter the people sought by Police call 111 and get to a place of safety," said Mr Fouhy.
Kaikohe Police ask that anybody who has any information in relation to this matter, including any sightings of the vehicle or the two men, to contact the Kaikohe Police Station on 09 405 2973 or if they want to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
For media inquiries contact Northland Police Communications Manager Sarah Kennett on 09 945 4650 or 021 192 1099.