Just got this from my children's school
Dear Parents/Guardians:
Yesterday the parents of a Lincoln Elementary student reported an attempted abduction to the police. It was reported that he was riding his bike home from school when a white and black van pulled up. The driver asked him to get in the van and offered him chocolate. The student continued to ride his bike home. The driver was described as a white male in his 20's or 30's with a red beard.
Unfortunately we did not find out about this incident in time to send a letter home on Thursday evening. We will continue to discuss safety with our kids at school; however, it is a good time to remind your children of a few safety tips when walking or biking to and from school or waiting at the bus stop.
* Don't approach or talk to strangers.
* Don't approach a motor vehicle when walking or waiting for the bus - especially if someone is asking directions, showing a cute animal, or giving out presents.
* Never get in a strange vehicle - just run in a direction where there are other people.
* Walk with friends or family members.
* Don't trust anyone who tries to get you to break your parent's rules.
* Tell your parent or others about places or people that make you feel unsafe.
* Remember as many details as possible about the car and the person. Get the license plate number of the motor vehicle, if possible, and report this information immediately.
Please take a few minutes to visit with your child about these safety tips. Safety of our students is a top priority for us and by working together we can make our schools and community safer.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Pam Zeigler, Director of Elementary Education
This happened at 10th and Tremont Street. That is just a few blocks from my home