Dear Parents and Carers

We have today received information from a local secondary school, that this morning two of their boys were approached by a man in a car who asked to give them a lift. They were both shaken by this and reported the incident to the school who called the police.

The police have asked that we inform students and parents to be aware that there is someone in the locality driving around and approaching young people to get in to their car. He has done this on several occasions – all credible reports.

The advice given to students is to stay with a friend – don’t walk alone. If anyone’s behaviour is suspicious, to get away and contact an adult. If they are manhandled to get into the car, to scream/shout and get attention. If they can remember the number plate to write this down and contact the police immediately.

Your help in sharing this information would be appreciated.