The Winnipeg Police Service is reminding parents and caregivers to discuss strategic safety with their children after a child was approached by two unknown men while walking to school.
At around 1 p.m. on Dec. 16, a school aged child was walking to school in the 600 block of Beverley Street when a white van approached the child.
Two men were described as wearing face masks and black clothing, got out of the vehicle and offered the child candy and a ride.
The child quickly ran off and refused. The incident was reported to a school staff member.
WPS have been contacted and the investigation is in the early stages.
Some tips for caregivers to remind children include walking with a friend, reporting any suspicious interactions to a trusted adult and shouting out loud if they need help.
Anyone with information including video surveillance is asked to contact the Child Abuse Unit at 204-986-3296 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org
