Police said Thomas Cannon, 79, of Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, is charged with one count of endangering the welfare of a child.
Video released by police shows Cannon entering and leaving the Wawa on the 3900 block of Rt. 47 in Maurice River.
Authorities say the man offered a 7-year-old boy candy to leave with him while the two were in the restroom.
When the child refused, the suspect allegedly grabbed the boy's arm and tried to take him from the store.
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The victim was able to escape and run to his mom who was using a different bathroom.
Cannon was seen leaving in a white Toyota 4Runner.
Anyone who may have additional information is asked to contact the Port Norris station at 856-785-0036.
Surveillance video shows alleged suspect in attempted abduction at NJ Wawa