Teen Approached By Men In 'Suspicious Incident' In Wheaton

WHEATON, IL — Police in Wheaton are investigating what they're calling a "suspicious incident" after a teen girl was approached by two men in an SUV who asked her if she needed a ride. The girl, 15, was walking near the intersection of Harrison and Cherry around 12 p.m. Monday, when the men drove up to her, according to a news release.

Police say that after the girl ran from the scene after she declined a ride home. She told police the men were driving an older model white SUV with a roof rack. Police say the car is likely similar to a Lexus RX 450.

According to the police, the car left the area after the encounter and was last seen heading southbound from Harrison.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Wheaton Police Department at 630-260-2161.