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RCMP Steinbach respond to attempted Child Luring

On May 9, 2017, Steinbach RCMP responded to a call reporting that an unknown male had approached a 9-year-old girl living on Maplewood Street in Steinbach and had attempted to persuade her to come with him.

On May 9, 2017, Steinbach RCMP responded to a call reporting that an unknown male had approached a 9-year-old girl living on Maplewood Street in Steinbach and had attempted to persuade her to come with him.

Around 4:00 PM the male possibly followed the girl home from Elmdale School and then stood in the yard at her residence with a red camera. He attempted to speak to her and asked her to unlock her doors and come with him.

The male is described to be in his 40’s or 50’s, with a stocky build and grey / brown hair. He was wearing a red t-shirt, jeans, and black shoes. The male was driving an older model brown or tan car with four doors.

RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating this male. Police are also reminding parents with concerns to review some safety guidelines for their children.

If you have any information in regards to the above you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at (204) 326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.manitobacrimestoppers.com or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to Crimes (274637).

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