Whitefish Bay police seek man involved in suspicious encounters with girls
WHITEFISH BAY, Wis. - The Whitefish Bay Police Department responded to two incidents of a suspicious person approaching two girls on Sunday, Sept. 20.
Suspicious encounter
What we know:
According to the Whitefish Bay Police Department, at about 1 p.m. on Sunday, officers responded to two separate reports of suspicious behavior involving a male driving a sedan.
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The male approached an 8-year-old girl who was walking home and offered her a ride. The suspect then repeatedly asked for her name. In a second incident, a 16-year-old girl told police that a male matching the same description followed her and asked if she had a TikTok account.
No physical contact or injuries were reported to police.
Doorbell camera video captures vehicle in suspicious person investigation (Courtesy: WFBPD)
Suspect description
What we know:
The suspect is described as a heavier-set, possibly Hispanic man and around 40 to 50 years old. He was seen driving a small silver or gray four-door sedan.
Police tips
What you can do:
The Whitefish Bay police said both girls did the right thing by recognizing suspicious behavior, leaving the situation and immediately telling an adult.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Whitefish Bay Police Department at 414-962-3830.
What they're saying:
While reports of suspicious activity are taken seriously, incidents involving strangers approaching children are uncommon. The Whitefish Bay Police Department encourages residents to remain aware of their surroundings and promptly report suspicious behavior.
The Source: The Whitefish Bay Police Department posted the information on its Facebook page.