CHICAGO, IL – Police in Chicago are urging residents to be on the lookout for a man wanted in connection with an attempted child luring incident that occurred on May 1 near the 7300 block of N Chase Avenue in the 24th District.
According to a Community Alert issued by the Bureau of Detectives – Area Three, two female juveniles were walking to a school when a white newer model Jeep Cherokee with an unknown male white driver drove alongside the curb and stopped.
The man leaned over to the passenger side window, which was already down, and asked, “Do you want a ride?”
The minors declined and continued walking, but the man approached them again in the 7000 block of N. Ashland Ave. and stated, “Are you sure you do not want a ride?”
The juveniles became fearful and immediately ran into a school.
The offender is described as a white male, approximately 50-60 years of age, with a fair complexion, clean-shaven, crew haircut, heavy-set, and a “distinct double chin.”
He was wearing a collared gray buttoned shirt and black coat at the time of the incident. The vehicle involved is a newer model white Jeep Cherokee with an unknown license plate.
Police advise residents to call 911 immediately if they witness any suspicious activity or persons. They also recommend walking in pairs, avoiding approaching or talking to strangers, and being aware of their surroundings, especially when traveling in less populated or poorly lit areas.
Anyone with information about the incident or the suspect is urged to contact the Area Three Bureau of Detectives at (312) 744-8261. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to TIPSOFT.COM. The reference number for this case is RD# JG244548.