Crime & Safety

Stranger Offers Girl Unnerving 'Ride' Today As She Walked To Casa Grande HS in Petaluma

Police are seeking tips on the suspect, described as male in his 20s driving a gold Nissan.

From the Petaluma Police Department:

Today, a 16-year-old high school student was walking to Casa Grande High School when she was approached by a male in his 20s driving a gold Nissan two-door.

He asked if she “wanted a ride,” and told her it would “only cost a little price.”

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He was described as a light-skinned Hispanic or white male in his 20s. He had close-cropped hair and a goatee.

The victim was approached while she was walking on Casa Grande Road, South of Lakeville. She ignored the driver and he drove away towards Lakeville Highway.

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If anyone has information regarding this incident, please contact Officer C. Ricci at 707.778.4372.

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