A MAN attempted to snatch a child in Hale Barns yesterday afternoon.
An 11-year-old boy was approached on Hale Road, outside St Ambrose College, by a man in a van, at around 3.25pm.
The man spoke to the boy through the driver's window, telling him to 'get in the van'. But the boy refused to do so.
An investigation is underway and enquiries are on-going.
The police are carrying out high visibility patrols around the area, particularly around the school.
Police say parents should be mindful when dropping their children off at school and warn their children to be on the alert if walking home alone.
Anyone with information about the incident should report to 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
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