Man Offers Ride To Natick Elementary Student: Police

NATICK, MA — Natick police are on the lookout for a man who allegedly pulled up next to an elementary school student, who was walking, and asked where the child lived and offered a ride.

Shortly before 3 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 27, in the area of Pine and Liberty streets, an elementary school student noticed a vehicle come up from behind, getting close to the student and eventually stopping.

The student told police that the man who stopped appeared to be 55 to 65 years old, had whitish hair, a whitish goatee and a slim build. This man allegedly asked where the child lived and offered a ride home. The student didn't answer him, and quickly darted away. The child identified the vehicle as a tan or brown Subaru Forrester with an unknown, but possible Massachusetts, license plate.

With the assistance of Detective Ian Spencer of the Lincoln Police Department a sketch was made to assist in the investigation (it is pictured).

"We have not had a similar event in quite some time and do not know if this person poses a threat," said Natick police on their Facebook page. "A review of events around the region has provided no leads."

From police: If anyone believes they may know who this person is we ask they contact the Natick Police Department at 508-647-9500. We would also like to remind residents that they should report suspicious activity to our Dispatch Center right away. We can usually resolve your concerns in short order and ask that you dismiss any thoughts that you may be “bothering us." If you have a child who has questions about how to react to situations like this our School Resource Officers are available either by contacting us directly or through the schools.

Photo via Natick Police