RCMP investigating report of child approached by man in van in Bay Roberts

The RCMP are investigating a report of an unknown motorist approaching a child Wednesday night on Pickett’s Road in Bay Roberts.

A parent called the police indicating that their child was approached while walking along the road by an unknown male who was possibly operating a large white van, similar in style to a Ford Econoline.

The man asked the youth to get into the vehicle and attempted to coerce her with offers of ice cream.

The Caucasian man, who was the lone occupant of the van, is described as having dark eyes, a brown and white coloured beard, a large nose, round glasses and short dark hair that comes down over his forehead. He is possibly mid-40s to late 50s in age.

Police have not been able to locate the vehicle or driver.

Anyone with information on the vehicle or the driver are asked to contact Bay Roberts RCMP at 709-786-2118. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).