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Search underway for attempted kidnapping suspect in white van

KING COUNTY, Wash. — A search is underway for a man who tried to force a woman into his van on Saturday in Bellevue.

Bellevue police said it happened at 6:20 p.m. near Northup Way and 108th Avenue Northeast.

The man threatened the victim with a knife, but she was able to flag down another car, and that is when he fled, heading westbound on State Route 520 toward Seattle, authorities said.

Police are looking for a 90s model white Dodge Caravan.

The suspect is described as Black, in his 20s, 5 feet, 9 inches to 10 inches tall with a slender build.

He was wearing a black hat, black and gray hoodie and gray jeans.

Anyone who sees the van fitting the description is asked to call 911.