Huron County OPP officers are investigating after a child was offered a ride in Crediton.
OPP officers were told Thursday that a suspicious incident took place March 23, 2022, around 4:00 p.m. on Victoria Avenue in Crediton.
Police learned a middle grade elementary student was waiting at the front of his home for a ride by a family member when an unfamiliar vehicle pulled up. The passenger asked the child if he was hitchhiking and needed a ride. After the child said no, the vehicle turned around and headed eastbound.
Officers are looking for a blue, smaller sport utility vehicle or a large car with four doors.
The passenger is described as a white male, with a slim to medium build, also with several tattoos on his arms. A description of the driver was not obtained.
Huron County OPP encourages parents to regularly engage in personal safety conversations with their children. Tips and resources can be found at www.opp.ca or at the Canadian Centre for Child Protection at www.protectchildren.ca
Investigators would like to speak with the occupants in this vehicle. Anyone that has information that can assist investigators is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at www.p3tips.com , where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
