On May 9, 2017, Steinbach RCMP responded to a call reporting that an unknown male had approached a 9-year-old girl and had attempted to persuade her to come with him. The incident occurred on Maplewood Street in Steinbach.
Police believe that the male possibly followed the girl home from Elmdale School around 4pm and then stood in the yard at her residence with a red camera. He attempted to speak to her and asked her to unlock her doors and come with him.
The male suspect is described to be in his 40’s or 50’s with a stocky build and grey/brown hair. He was wearing a red t-shirt, jeans and black shoes at the time of the incident. The suspect was driving an older model brown or tan car with four doors.
Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying and locating this suspect. Police are also reminding parents with concerns to review some safety guidelines for their children.
If you have any information in regards to this incident, you are asked to contact the Steinbach RCMP Detachment at 204-326-4452 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477. You can also submit a tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com or text TIPMAN plus your message to CRIMES(274637).
Steinbach RCMP and Hanover School Division Administration have been in contact regarding this incident.
