Crime & Safety

UMPD Reports Possible Child Endangerment

At around 7:10 p.m. tonight, a male reportedly ordered four girls into his van.

According to , at approximately 7:10 p.m. tonight, March 12, a white male, driving a white van with PVC piping on the roof, pulled alongside four girls, ages 8 – 9 in the area of Edward Road.

The male allegedly ordered the girls in to the van, but they ran into a nearby house.

The van fled southbound on Blair Mill Road.

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According to UMPD Chief Thomas Nestel, UMPD detectives are currently investigating the matter.

UMPD reminds children of the use of emergency precautions if faced with a threat. If seen, please call 911.

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