A manhunt is underway following an alarming incident involving a 15-year-old girl in Portsmouth. The girl was reportedly grabbed by a man while walking through a field near the coast at approximately 2.38pm today. The suspect fled the scene after the girl shouted for help.

The Hampshire Constabulary has described the suspect as a white male, around 5ft 8in tall, in his mid-30s, with light-coloured short shaven or balding hair. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a grey t-shirt and cargo shorts, and was riding a silver pushbike.

Police are appealing for witnesses and have urged local residents to check any CCTV or doorbell footage from the area around the time of the incident. A spokesperson for the police stated, "We are appealing for witnesses following an incident in Portsmouth. Police were called at 2.38pm today to a report that a 15-year-old girl walking through a pathway in the field on the south side of Tangier Road was grabbed by a man. The girl shouted and the man fled the scene."

Authorities have advised the public to expect an increased police presence in the area as investigations continue. They encourage anyone with information to contact them by calling 101 and quoting reference number 44250383557. The police are particularly interested in any footage that may assist in identifying the suspect.