Police said a suspect got out of a white sedan in the 900-block of North Pulaski Road about 6:15 p.m. Saturday night.
The suspect then grabbed the victim by the hair and told the victim to get into the suspect's vehicle at knifepoint, police said.
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After a brief struggle, the victim was able to alert bystanders to help. The victim was able to get away, police said.
The male suspect was wearing a red baseball hat, police said.
Anyone with information is asked to call Area 4 detectives at (312)746-8251 or submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com.
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