Crime & Safety

Police Investigate Report Of Man Trying To Lure Kids On Halloween

Police said the man asked two kids if they wanted candy and then motioned them to approach his car in Farmington Hills on Sunday.

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI — Police are investigating a report of a man who called two young children over to his car in the area of Claymore Street and 14 Mile Road on Sunday at 6:00 p.m., Farmington Hills Police said.

He was seen driving a black sedan, possibly a Honda when he stopped his car on the road, rolled down his window and asked the children if they wanted candy. He then motioned for the kids to come to his vehicle, police said.

A parent observed this interaction and yelled at the driver, who then drove off, police said.

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The white man, who may be of Arabic descent, is approximately 30 and was described having black hair and a black goatee.


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"We will continue to work with the schools and officers will be conducting increased special attention patrols in this area and at area bus stops," Farmington Hills Police Chief Jeff King said.

The Department has no information on any similar incidents in the Farmington Hills area. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Farmington Hills Police Department at 248-871-2610.

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