UPDATE: Police Finish 'White Van' Investigation Involving Hoboken Student

HOBOKEN, NJ — The Hoboken police have concluded their investigation after a student reported an "interaction with an individual in a white van," officials said Thursday.

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Christine Johnson originally had said in a message Wednesday that a student had reported that an interaction took place on Madison Street.

"Today, a student reported an interaction with an individual in a white van on Madison Street," she wrote in a message Wednesday. "The Hoboken Police Department was notified and interviewed the student. According to the Police, the interview did not lead to additional information that would corroborate the incident.

"However, it is still under investigation and detectives are working to gather additional evidence. We have been assured by the Hoboken Police Department that they will keep us apprised of any new updates."

The Hoboken Police Department would increase patrols in response to this incident, police said Thursday morning.

Police spokesperson Marci Rubin said on Thursday morning, "Chief Aguiar and the Hoboken Police Department are working with the Hoboken Public School District as the investigation continues. Out of an abundance of caution, patrols are being increased."

She did not release further details.

Followup Message Thursday Afternoon

However, on Thursday afternoon, Superintendent Johnson released an update:

Dear Hoboken Public School District Families,

As I indicated in my email yesterday, the Hoboken Police Department assured me that they would provide an update regarding yesterday's incident to share with families. I received the following message from the Chief of Police, Steven Aguiar:

The Hoboken Police Department has concluded its investigation into reports of an interaction between a student and an individual in a white van on Madison Street yesterday. After a thorough investigation, which included identifying the person driving the van in question, no malicious intent has been found and no charges are being filed. The HPD would like to thank the Hoboken Public School District for its cooperation during this investigation.

In closing, I understand that sometimes when an email goes out that does not contain specifics, it generates more questions and often concern. I will try and assist in any way that I can, but when it comes to a police matter, I am only able to put out the information that is provided to me by the police. Often early in an investigation, the facts are limited.

Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out and I will do my best to answer or connect your with someone who can best help you.