Man accused of trying to abduct 15-year-old girl waiting for school bus

STRONGSVILLE, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) - Police in Ohio say a 27-year-old man is in custody after attempting to abduct a 15-year-old girl early Friday morning.

According to the Strongsville Police Department, officers responded to Fair Road around 6:40 a.m. after a 15-year-old girl reported she was approached and grabbed by a man while waiting for the school bus.

The girl pulled away and ran back into her house, police said.

Officers were able to identify the man in question as Dominic Anthony Sacco and located him about a quarter of a mile down the street.

Sacco was arrested and is currently being held at the Strongsville Police Department, facing abduction charges.

Strongsville City Schools Superintendent Dr. Cameron M. Ryba praised the student’s actions and thanked law enforcement for their quick response.

“A Strongsville High School student experienced a serious safety situation when a 27-year-old man approached and grabbed her. Thanks to her courage and the swift response of the Strongsville Police Department, the man was identified and arrested,” Ryba said in a statement.

“As both a superintendent and a father, I am deeply concerned by this incident. As a community, we will continue working together to ensure this remains an isolated incident,” the superintendent continued.

Ryba also advised parents to take a moment to talk with their children, not to create fear, but to help them build awareness and confidence about what to do if they ever feel unsafe.

“Together, we remain committed to providing a safe environment for all of our students,” he concluded.