Attempted Abductions &
Indecent Assaults of Children
Each year, as part of Day for Daniel I give a talk to school
children about how to keep themselves safe and avoid abduction
and how to protect themselves from being harmed by anyone. This is something
every parent needs to talk to their children about. Don't think it can't happen
to your child - it can happen anywhere, to any child, of any age. If you give
them the tools to know what to do in a situation where they may become unsafe
then there's a greater chance they will foil a potential abduction.
I decided to start a page about abduction attempts, as they
happen almost EVERY DAY around Australia. Most are unsuccessful, as children are
more aware of how to get away and that's wonderful but I hope this page will
illustrate to parents just how many abduction attempts there are are how the
abductors target children.
This page will also feature reports of where strangers
attempt to speak to children and where children are attacked by strangers plus I
will include some attempted abductions/indecent assaults of adults as these may
indicate an escalating pattern of behaviour leading to possible abduction.
Once again I make this basic plea -
DO NOT LET CHILDREN WALK TO AND FROM SCHOOL ALONE. This is by FAR the
most common time an abductor will attempt to grab a child. Whatever you do, you
make sure they are not alone at this time and this includes teenagers. Do you
think your teenager would be able to fight off a 100kg grown man? Or two of
them?
Look at the times on all the reports - 3:15, 3:30, 3:45pm,
4pm -
predators are choosing this time when children have just left school and are
walking home alone.
Check the links page for criminologist Dale Jackson's
website (or click here) - I highly
recommend every family buys a copy of his book Protecting Kids Made Simple, this
will give you the information you need to explain things to your children in a
way that they will understand and remember.
Click this link to read about the
QLD Child Protection Offender Register
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ABDUCTION AND SEXUAL ASSAULT
OF A
23 MONTH OLD FEMALE INFANT
$250,000 REWARD
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Last Updated: 15/09/2008
REWARD: The Minister for Police, Corrective Services and
Sport has approved a reward of $250,000 be offered for information which leads
to the apprehension and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the
abduction and sexual assault of a 23 month old female infant at Yarrabah on 17
August 2002.
INDEMNITY FROM PROSECUTION: In addition, an appropriate
indemnity from prosecution will be recommended for any accomplice, not being the
person who actually committed the crime, who first gives such information.
The allocation of the $250,000 reward will be at the sole discretion of
the Commissioner of the Police Service.
CIRCUMSTANCES: At about 3:00am on Saturday 17 August 2002 a 23 month
old female infant was abducted from a residence at Stanley Street, Yarrabah
where she was sleeping. The child was taken by foot approximately 300 metres
along a dirt track at the rear of Stanley Street. Witnesses observed an
unidentified man with the child in his hands. When challenged by the witnesses,
the man placed the child on the ground and ran from the scene. Witnesses
located the child suffering from serious injuries and she was transported to
Cairns Base Hospital for treatment.
Any member of the public with information which could assist Police
is asked to contact:
- the Child Protection Investigation Unit, Cairns, Phone (07) 4030
7089;
- any Police Station; or
- Crime Stoppers, Phone 1800 333 000.
Office of the Commissioner of Police
BRISBANE |
R ATKINSON
Commissioner |
*NOTE - as there have been a massive number of attempted
abductions and children approached in recent months, I am going
to move the older ones to a new page HERE. Below will contain only the most
recent cases.
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Young girl grabbed from behind
BY SIMONE NORRIE
Canberra Police are looking for two men after a 13-year-old girl was
allegedly grabbed from behind at the back of Mount Ainslie yesterday.
ACT Police said they were called to a horse trail at the back of
Northcott Drive in Campbell about 4pm after a report of an assault.
They said the teenager, who had been walking her dog, had entered
Mount Ainslie from Hackett and was near the dam when a man grabbed her
from behind.
"The man grabbed her around the top of her head and called for
another man who was nearby to assist. As the young girl began to yell
the first man grabbed her arm. The young girl continued to yell and was
able to break free before running away,” they said.
A passerby called police after discovering the girl lying face
down on the ground in a disorientated state.
The first man is described as very tall with a skinny build and
blonde hair, and he was about 20 years of age. He was wearing white
runners and a green-coloured shirt.
The second man was also described as about 20 years of age and
very tall. He possibly had brown or blonde hair, and was wearing white
runners and a number of earrings in one ear.
The girl was taken to Canberra Hospital with minor injuries.
Anyone who may have been in the area around 4pm yesterday and saw
two men matching these descriptions, or anyone who is able to assist
police with the investigation is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000, or via its website at
www.act.crimestoppers.com.au
A 10-YEAR-OLD girl has managed to escape from a couple
who tried to drag her into a car in Sydney's west.
Police say a man and a woman in a silver sedan stopped
alongside the girl in Greystanes on Sunday afternoon as she was
walking along Beresford Road.
The girl ignored the male driver when he started to talk to
her and carried on walking.
Police say the man then got out of the car and grabbed the
girl in an attempt to drag her into the vehicle.
The girl managed to wriggle free and run away.
The incident was reported to police last night.
The man is described as 150cm to 170cm tall, with long black
hair tied in a ponytail, brown eyes and unshaven.
He was wearing a black coat, black pants and black Nike shoes.
The woman in the front passenger seat had blonde hair tied in
a bun.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Merrylands Police
or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police are urging parents and their children to be on the lookout for
a suspicious vehicle seen in the Ulladulla area. About 12pm,
Tuesday 3 January 2012, a 12-year-old boy and his brother were playing
in the front yard of their home in Parsons Street when a Toyota Hilux
four-wheel drive stopped in the street.
Police have been told the vehicle drove past the house a number of
times with the male driver watching the two boys before parking outside
the home.
One of the boys went inside and alerted his parents to the
matter, however, the man and the Toyota had driven off by the time they
came out to investigate.
Detectives from Shoalhaven Local Area Command are conducting
investigations into the suspicious activity and have conducted a canvass
of nearby residents.
They are looking for a man who has only been described as having
short spiky hair and driving a white Toyota Hilux four-wheel drive.
Police are also investigating reports the vehicle has been seen
in the street on a number of occasions over the last two months.
Anyone who sees the vehicle or has information about the identity
and whereabouts of the male driver is urged to contact Ulladulla Police
or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police in Sydney’s south are conducting inquiries after a woman tried
to snatch a young boy from outside his Sylvania home. The
10-year-old boy was skateboarding in the driveway of a McIntyre Crescent
residence just after 1pm (Monday 2 January 2011), when a silver-coloured
sedan pulled up alongside him.
An unknown woman got out of the car and spoke with the boy before
grabbing hold of his wrist.
He managed to break free before the woman again took hold of him
by the neck, causing him pain.
The boy escaped and screamed out for help.
His father, who was inside the house, ran to the front of the
property to see the offender’s car travelling north along McIntyre
Crescent.
Police from Miranda Local Area Command were alerted to the
incident and attended the scene.
A canvass of the surrounding neighbourhood was undertaken by
officers in a bid to identify any witnesses.
The victim was left distressed by the incident but suffered no
significant injuries.
Investigating officers are appealing for public assistance as
they continue their inquiries.
The offender is described as being aged in her late 20s, of
Caucasian appearance, 150-160cm tall with a medium build and long wavy
blonde hair.
She was driving a silver-coloured sedan similar to a Subaru
Liberty.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity in
the vicinity of McIntyre Crescent, Sylvania, or has any information
about this incident is urged to contact Miranda Police or Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.
Attempted abduction - Orange
Sunday, 01 January 2012 02:09:34 PM
Police are encouraging parents and guardians to reinforce the ‘Safe
People, Safe Places’ message with their children following the attempted
abduction of a girl at Orange last night.
About 9pm (Saturday 31 December 2011), the 8-year-old girl was playing in
the front yard of a house on Hill Street when she was approached by a man.
The man grabbed her on the arm and tried to pull her away. The girl
screamed and managed to run away.
The girl’s mother was inside the house at the time and called police.
Police from Canobolas Local Area Command patrolled the area but the man
could not be found.
The girl has was not hurt and has told police the man is Caucasian, 20 to
30 years of age, unshaven, blue eyes and wearing a black hoodie and baggy jeans.
Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or who saw the
man in the area to contact Orange Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Witness appeal following possible attempted
child stealing
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Victorian
Detectives are appealing for public information following the possible
attempted abduction of a 12-year-old girl in Red Cliffs on Monday 21
November 2011.
Police have been told the girl was walking along Kauri Street around
5.45pm when she noticed a dark coloured sedan being driven by a man.
The man got out of the vehicle and approached the girl, she avoided him
and ran off west along Westcliffs Avenue.
Police have released a drawing of a vehicle which matches the
description of the vehicle involved.
Police are unable to provide a description of the driver at this stage.
Investigators would like anyone who may have witnessed this incident or
who may have any information about this vehicle to contact Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Mildura Police station on 50185344.
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Cops hunt man after child kidnap bid at Henry St,
Hawthorn
- by:
Amelia Harris, Angus Thompson
- From:
Herald Sun
- November 22,
2011 11:28AM
PARENTS are on high alert after a man allegedly offered two young
children apples and asked one of them to get into a vehicle in Melbourne's
east.
Police have been told a boy, 10, was at the "Rocket park’’ in Henry St,
Hawthorn with a girl, 4, about 7pm on Sunday.
An unknown man asked the boy to get into his vehicle, believed to be a white
van.
The child refused and went back to his family, who were at a nearby BBQ area.
The attempted abduction prompted Glenferrie Early Childhood Centre directors
to email parents yesterday and warn them of the predator.
No one was injured during the incident.
Police said the man was described as 20 to 25 years, 180cm tall, with a slim
build and dark brown hair.
Investigators believe he wore a white shirt, black jacket and jeans.
Detectives are appealing for witnesses and anyone with any information is
urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or
www.crimestoppers.com.au
Child approached - East Maitland
Saturday, 19 November 2011 05:56:08 PM
NSW Police are appealing for information after a child was approached in the
Hunter region.
About 3.40pm Thursday (17 November 2011), a 13-year-old girl was walking from
the bus stop in Brunswick Street, East Maitland, when a gold or brown four-door
sedan stopped next to her.
The male driver allegedly tried to entice the girl into the vehicle.
The girl declined and continued to walk along the street and after a short
time, the man in the car drove off.
The girl reported the incident to her grandparents and police were contacted.
Police from Central Hunter Local Area Command are investigating the incident
and would like to speak to a man they believe may be able to assist with
inquiries.
He is described as being about 60 years old, with a solid build, grey hair
and spiked up in the middle. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a black
jumper. The girl told police the man spoke with an accent, possibly English.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has information about the identity
and whereabouts of the man should contact Maitland Police or Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.
Police are investigating an incident in which a young boy was allegedly
approached by a man in the Lake Illawarra region.About 6pm on Wednesday (12 October 2011), the 12-year-old boy was
riding his bike near his home in Urana Way, Flinders, when he saw a
white van approaching.
The van slowed and a man inside asked the boy for directions before
inviting him into the vehicle.
The boy rode home and told his parents.
Detectives from Lake Illawarra Local Area Command are now
investigating the alleged incident and wish to speak with a man who may
be able to help with their inquiries.
He is described as being about 50-years-old, with a dark-brown,
wrinkled complexion, and short black hair. At the time of the incident,
he was wearing a dark baseball cap and a fluoro-yellow work shirt with a
dark-blue collar.
The van is described as being white and square-shaped, with dark
windows at the front and on the tailgate, and yellow and black NSW
registration plates.
It’s believed the man was the sole occupant of the vehicle.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or who knows the identity of the
man should contact Lake Illawarra detectives or Crime Stoppers on 1800
333 000.
Police have released a COM-FIT of a man they want to speak to following
the suspicious approaches to children at Coffs Harbour and Kingscliff in
the state’s north at the weekend.
The first incident occurred on Saturday afternoon (8 October 2011).
Two boys, aged seven and 15, were riding a scooter and skateboard in
Robin Street when an old green sedan stopped.
A male attempted to lure them into the vehicle and when the younger
child approached the car, the teenager held him back. The car then drove
away.
The second incident occurred at Kingscliff about 6.30pm on Sunday (9
October 2011).
A 10-year-old girl was outside her grandmother’s unit complex in Moss
Street when she saw a vehicle stopped nearby. A man then spoke to the
child and attempted to lure her into the vehicle. The young girl became
concerned and ran back into the block of units, reporting the incident
to her mother.
The girl has provided investigators with a description of a man who
may be able to assist with inquiries. He’s described as being of
Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance, about 40 years old, overweight,
with a large pointy nose, and short grey hair parted to the side. He
spoke with an Australian accent.
The man was last seen wearing black framed glasses with thick lenses,
and a thick blue sweater.
That description has been used to create a COM-FIT which police hope
may help identify him.
The car the man was driving has been described as a green Jaguar
sedan, or similar, with maps and papers strewn around the vehicle. There
was damage to the driver’s front door and the boot of the vehicle was
open but tied down.
Police believe the incidents at Coffs Harbour and Kingscliff may be
linked and are appealing for anyone who knows the identity of the man or
has any other information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Detectives also believe the person they want to speak to could still
be in NSW or may have travelled to Queensland, which is just north of
Kingscliff.
Wednesday, 12 October 2011
3:48pm
Attempted abduction at Morphett Vale
Police are investigating an attempted abduction of a 15-year-old girl from
Morphett Vale.
The 15-year-old girl reported that between 6.30pm and 7.00pm on Tuesday 11
October 2011, a man attempted to abduct her while she was walking on Elizabeth
Road, at Morphett Vale.
The teenager stated that she saw a blue hatchback with flower stickers on the
back window parked on Elizabeth Road, Morphett Vale, near the intersection with
Windsong Court.
The driver, and sole occupant of the vehicle, got out from the car and spoke
aggressively to the victim grabbing her by the arm.
The victim broke free and ran into Windsong Court to a nearby home where she
asked for help.
The victim was not physically injured in the incident.
The man is described as Caucasian, with black/grey short hair and wearing
sunglasses.
He was about 167cms tall of average build and was wearing a red top with
white check pattern and blue jeans.
Police are requesting anyone who may have witnessed this incident, or have
any information regarding this matter, to please contact BankSA Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000 or
www.sa.crimestoppers.com.au/.
POLICE have issued a warning for children to be wary of
strangers after launching a cross-border hunt in northern New South
Wales and Queensland for a suspected predator.
The warning comes after a man approached two boys on Saturday afternoon
in Coffs Harbour in northern NSW and a 10-year-old girl in Kingscliff
Queensland, 300km away on Sunday.
NSW Police say they have contacted authorities in Queensland with a
description of the wanted man.
Detective Superintendent John Kerlatec of the Sex Crimes Squad said
victims in both incidents saw maps and papers strewn around the vehicle and
gave similar descriptions of the man involved.
"The distance involved is probably about three to four hours but it's
certainly enough for us to investigate with the local police and (we've)
also been liaising with Queensland police," Det Sup Kerlatec said in Sydney
today.
The incidents are the latest in a series of attempted abductions across
Sydney and NSW in recent months.
Det Supt Kerlatec said parents should tell their children how to respond
when strangers approach.
"If a car pulls up, and you don't know the person inside, don't go in the
car, don't go near the car and keep walking," he said.
"And tell someone, tell an adult that this has occurred."
"If someone grabs you, scream out loudly. And I recommend the words: 'Go
away, I don't know you'."
He said people who witness a child silently struggling with a stranger
may not interpret the incident as an attempted abduction.
"Let's get the message out there that regardless whether it's this person
in this car or any other person, that the messages needs to be out there,"
Det Supt Kerlatec said.
"And it needs to be an awareness for all children. It needs to be part of
their toolkit in growing up in life unfortunately.
He also recommended that children inform their parents where they are
going, know they can ring Triple-zero and are aware of shops, service
stations and other premises where they can run for help.
The man police are searching for was described as 40-years-old,
overweight, with short grey hair parted to one side and a prominent nose.
His vehicle was described as a green Jaguar or something similar.
There was damage to the driver's front door and the boot of the vehicle
was open but tied down.
On Saturday afternoon, a man tried to entice two boys, aged seven and 15,
into his car at Coffs Harbour.
Police say the older boy held the younger one back when he approached the
car, which then drove off.
On Sunday afternoon at 6.30pm (AEDT), a man attempted to lure the girl
into his car outside her grandmother's unit at Kingscliff but she ran back
inside and told her mother.
Police are appealing for parents and children to be more vigilant about
personal safety after two school children were approached by a man in
Doonside this morning.
About 9.30am (Monday 10 October 2011), the 11-year-old girl and
eight-year-old boy were walking to school along Hill End Road, Doonside.
Near the intersection of Hill End Road and Mundin Street, a black
four-wheel-drive utility stopped next to the children.
A man allegedly opened the passenger door and asked the children if
they would like some lollies.
The boy and girl immediately ran home and informed their
grandmother.
Police from Blacktown Local Area Command were contacted and commenced
patrols of the area.
The children told police that the man was of Caucasian appearance,
aged in his late twenties or early thirties, and with dark-coloured
hair.
He was wearing black shorts and a black shirt.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or who knows the identity of the
man should contact Blacktown Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
POLICE are investigating reports of an attempted child abduction
which saw a man walk towards a 13-year-old boy with open arms.
Investigators have been advised the teen was in Wyong St, East Keilor,
about 4.45pm yesterday when a green panel van stopped near him.
A police spokesman said the driver got out of the van and walked towards the
boy.
“This frightened the boy and he fled to a neighbour’s house,” the spokesman
said.
“No words were exchanged and no attempt was made to grab the boy.”
The van is described as an older model panel van with dark green metallic
paint and chrome star-shaped rims.
The man is described as between 170 and 180cm tall with a thin to athletic
build.
He wore a plain red baseball cap and an orange and white reflective vest
over a brown t-shirt.
Police are appealing for the driver of the green panel van to contact them
and anyone with information to ring Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit
www.crimestoppers.com.au.
Police are investigating the attempted
abduction of a young girl in Sydney’s southwest
yesterday afternoon.About 4pm (Friday
16 September), the 10-year-old girl got off her
school bus at the intersection of Queenscliff
Drive and North Steyne Road at Woodbine.
The girl was approached by a man who
grabbed her and attempted to drag her away.
She managed to break free and run to her
grandparents’ home nearby and raise the alarm.
Police from Campbelltown Local Area
Command were contacted and commenced patrols of
the area for the man involved.
The girl told police he was
Indian/Pakistani appearance, aged in his late
20s, slim build and wearing a blue top, white
shorts and joggers.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or who
knows the identity of the man should contact
Campbelltown Police or Crime Stoppers on
1800 333
000
Two girls approached - Narara
Tuesday, 13 September 2011 01:25:39 PM
NSW Police are reinforcing the safe people safe places message to parents
and children following an incident in the state’s Northern Region yesterday.
About 3.15pm (Monday 12 September), two school girls, a nine-year-old and
a 12-year-old, were walking home from school on Manns Road in Narara.
A white dual-cab utility vehicle slowed down next to the girls and asked
them if they wanted to get in.
The two girls ran home and informed their mother of the incident.
Officers from Gosford Police Station were contacted about the incident and
have gathered descriptions of the man and his vehicle.
He is described as Caucasian, in his early 20s, with short, brown-blonde
curly hair and a skinny build.
Anyone with information that may assist police is encouraged to contact
Gosford Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Child approached - Penrose
Tuesday, 13 September 2011 01:27:08 PM
NSW Police are reinforcing the safe people safe places message to parents
and children following an incident in the state’s Southern Region yesterday.
About 4.30pm (Monday 12 September), a 12-year-old boy was walking home
after school on Kareela Road in Penrose.
A white vehicle, possibly a sedan, stopped next to him and the male driver
asked the boy to get into the car, threatening to harm him if he didn’t.
The boy dropped his school bag and ran into a nearby golf course and hid
within the grounds, while the man in the car drove into the golf course before
driving away.
Police from Bowral Police were contacted about the incident and have
gathered descriptions of the man and his vehicle.
The man is described to be in his late 30s to early 40s with short brown
hair and wearing a white t-shirt. His vehicle was clean, had light coloured
tinted windows and a white and blue fabric covered the steering wheel.
Anyone with information that may assist police is encouraged to contact
Bowral Police Station on 4862 9299 or Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.
COMFIT released following child approached -
Paddington
Tuesday, 13 September 2011 04:00:51 PM
Rose Bay police have issued a COMFIT image of a man they believe could
assist with inquiries after a teenager was approached by a man at Paddington
last month.
About 6.30pm Sunday 14 August 2011, a 13-year-old boy was walking with a
dog east on Glenview Street.
At the intersection of MacDonald Street, a car stopped near him and the
male driver attempted to coax him into the vehicle.
The boy walked away and the car drove off and was last seen travelling
west on Glenview Street.
The boy returned home and the incident was reported to police.
The vehicle involved is described as a late model white Subaru. It had
black and gold number plates with the letters LC at the start. The car is
further described as having a rear spoiler, silver coloured rims and had
something, possibly a religious cross, hanging from the rear view mirror.
The driver is described as Caucasian appearance, about 30 years old, with
a skinny build, short blond hair with dark roots and spiked up into a mohawk
type style. He is also described as having a small goatee and at the time he was
wearing a dark blue, long sleeved shirt.
Anyone who has any information about the incident or the man is asked to
contact Rose Bay Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Mum's terror at abduction bid
NT NEWS | September
10th, 2011
ANOTHER child has narrowly avoided being
abducted from his own home when his nearby mother screamed for help.
It was the third attempted abduction across Darwin and Palmerston in
five days.Mother Julie-Ann Lubke, 30, was still shaken when
she spoke to reporters shortly after the incident.
"I'm still in shock," she said.
"I probably won't let the kids play downstairs by themselves any
more."
Police rushed to Donaldson Crescent, Karama, when they were
alerted to the incident about 11.30am.
They were seen door-knocking and taking fingerprints.
Ms Lubke said she was in her house reading the NT News when she
saw a man reaching over the garden fence to try to grab her two-year-old
son.
"He had his hands up as if he was going to pick him up," she said.
"I don't know if he saw me - I called out real loud."
She said he ran a few metres to a waiting black car - possibly a
Holden Commodore - outside the house with the engine running and a
driver waiting.
The man was described as Caucasian, in his early to mid 20s,
wearing a hat, sunglasses, a black T-shirt and blue board shorts. Police
are continuing their investigation.
The attempted abduction came after an 11-year-old girl on
Wednesday afternoon was attacked in Gray, Palmerston.
The girl told officers a young man had tried to drag her into a
white ute when she bit him on the arm and fled.
A 13-year-old boy on Tuesday also escaped being abducted in Gunn,
Palmerston.
Another case reported on Monday was found to be a hoax.
Police believe the cases were unconnected.
Detective Superintendent Richard Bryson said increased child
abduction reports were common during child protection week.
He urged parents to refresh the rules of stranger danger with
their children.
"It's important parents talk to their children about these
matters," he said.
Anyone with information regarding the attempted abductions is
urged to phone police on 131 444.
Attempted abduction update #3
Monday 12-Sep-2011 03:08 PM
NT Police have received a number of promising leads relating
to a number of attempted abductions that occurred last week in Palmerston and
Karama.
Detective Superintendent Richard Bryson of the Major Crime Division said
that we need people to remain vigilant.
“We’ve had a lot of calls through both the Police Assistance Line as well
as Crime Stoppers and thank those people, however we’re sure that there are
people out there who haven’t yet come forward,” Detective Superintendent Bryson
said.
“We would like to hear from anyone that may have witnessed any of the
three incidents. The 13-year-old boy who was approached on Cunningham Crescent
in Palmerston on Tuesday afternoon or the 11-year-old girl who was approached in
Gray on Wednesday. The two-year-old boy who was almost taken from his home in
Donaldson Court in Karama on Friday at around 11:30 am, was particularly
disturbing.
“These incidents occurred in broad daylight and your information, no
matter how small, may be the piece of the puzzle we need to make an arrest.
“We urge anyone that may recognise the males or the vehicle in the comfit
images, or who may witness any suspicious activity to contact Police immediately
on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.”
Attempted Abduction Update 2
Monday 12-Sep-2011 08:40 AM
Northern Territory Police have released an image of the man
wanted for questioning over the alleged attempted abduction of a 13-year-old boy
walking along Cunningham Crescent in Palmerston at around 5:20pm on Tuesday,
September 6th
He is described as a Caucasian male aged around 45 years, approximately
183cms tall and heavy of build. The male attempted to approach the boy however
the boy fled the scene.
The man was travelling in a vehicle believed to be an older model navy
blue Toyota Camry with dark wheel rims.
Attempted Abduction Update
Friday 09-Sep-2011 01:45 PM
Continuing with investigations, members from the General
Crime and the Sex Crimes Divisions have established that the alleged attempted
abduction that was reported in Karama on Monday, was not as originally reported,
and is in no way connected to any other similar incident which has occurred this
week.
Detective Superintendent Richard Bryson of the Major Crime Division said
that Police are continuing their investigations into two other reported
incidents.
“The first of those incidents is that of a 13-year-old boy walking along
Cunningham Crescent in Palmerston at around 5:20pm on Tuesday,” said Detective
Superintendent Bryson.
“He was approached by a Caucasian male aged around 45 years, approximately
183cms tall and heavy of build. The male attempted to approach the boy however
the boy did the right thing and fled the scene.
“The vehicle is described to be an older model navy blue Toyota Camry with
dark wheel rims.
“The second incident Police continue to investigate is of an 11-year-old
girl who was approached by two men in a vehicle in Gray on Wednesday. The
vehicle is described as possibly a ‘Great Wall’ twin cab utility or wagon.
“Our members have spoken to the victim and witnesses and have now released
a comfit image of the alleged offenders.
“The male who approached the girl is described as Caucasian, approximately
18 years of age, bald head with a ‘rat’s tail’, wearing a green shirt and jeans.
“The accompanying male who remained in the passenger seat of the vehicle
is described as Caucasian, approximately 18 years of age, wearing sunglasses and
a white shirt with a picture of late singer, Michael Jackson on it.
Anyone who has any information or saw persons acting suspiciously matching
the descriptions and these locations is urged to contact Police immediately on
131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
There have been a number of reports made to police this week involving
suspicious behaviour around children. Being National Child Protection week it is
a good opportunity to remind parents to talk to their children and reinforce how
to avoid danger and report incidents promptly to police.
Police probe attempted abduction
Jane Holroyd - The Age
September 12, 2011 - 8:55AM
Police are investigating a reported abduction attempt that occurred
in Dandenong in Melbourne’s south east yesterday.A 16-year-old
girl was walking along Pickett Street at about 4.20pm when a man pulled
his car over and offered her a lift. When the girl refused the man
allegedly grabbed her arm and dragged her a short distance before she
managed to break free.
The offender has been described as being of Indian appearance,
aged in his late 20s, about 160 centimetres tall and clean shaven with
short black hair. He was wearing a black jacket, black pants, white
shirt and black shoes.
The car is believed to have been a faded-red, late 1980s model Toyota
Corolla.
Police have called for anyone who saw the vehicle in the area or
witnessed anything suspicious to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or
visit www.crimestoppers.com.au.
WA Police are seeking assistance from members of the public
to help locate a man who indecently assaulted a 14 year old
teenage girl.
The young lady was walking along Orchid Drive in Roleystone on
August 29th where the man forced her to the ground. The girl
managed to break free and run from the area.
He is described as being between 18 and19 years of age, of fair
complexion with some pimples on his skin, medium length dark
brown hair, of slim build, around 175cm tall with grey/green
eyes.
At the time of the incident he was wearing black track pants
with a single white stripe down each side and a dark blue polo
shirt.
Anyone who can help identify this person is asked to contact
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Suspicious behaviour, Mansfield
Last
Updated: 09/09/2011
It is believed that an 11-year-old girl was walking along
Linfield Street around 3.45 when she walked past a white sedan
stopped near the intersection with Ham Road.
As the girl walked past, a man got out of the passenger
side and grabbed her hands. The girl pulled away and ran home.
She was not injured. The man did not say anything to her.
The car is described as a rusty, box shaped older model
sedan, possibly an early 1990’s model Holden Commodore.
The man is described as being Caucasian in appearance,
aged in his 60’s, 170cm tall, overweight with grey hair and
beard.
The man driving the car was described as being Caucasian
in appearance, 50 to 55-year-old, medium build and grey hair.
Police have released images of men who may be able to
assist with investigations.
Police are appealing for public assistance and information
from anyone who may recognise the men, may have seen a similar
vehicle in the area at that time or witnessed the incident.
Anyone with information which could assist police
with their investigations should contact Crime Stoppers
anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a
day.
Crime Stoppers is a charitable community volunteer
organisation working in partnership with the Queensland Police
Service.
Child approached - Mt Colah
Friday, 09 September 2011
10:53:38 AM
NSW Police are appealing for information after a boy was
approached by a man at Mount Colah yesterday afternoon.
About 3:50pm (Thursday 8 September 2011) a 12-year-old boy
was walking along Flinders Place when he was approached by a man
near the entrance to the state forest fire trail.
Police have been told the man called out to the boy and
asked him to go with him claiming his mother was injured.
The boy, who was aware of recent ‘stranger danger’
warnings, ran away and reported the matter to his parents.
Police were later notified and conducted a search of the
area and a canvas of nearby residences.
The man has been described as being of Caucasian
appearance, 20 – 25 years old, 160 – 165cm tall, wearing a long
sleeve black hooded top and light coloured shorts.
He is also described as having muscular legs and fat lips.
Anyone with information about the identity and whereabouts
of the man is urged to contact Hornsby Police or Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.
Eight-year-old boy escapes
abduction attempt
- Amy
Noonan and Adam Hegarty
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From:
AdelaideNow
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September 08, 2011
12:00AM
An eight-year-old boy managed to break free from an abduction attempt in
Kurralta Park on Tuesday (Adelaide)
He was waiting at bus stop 9 on Anzac Hwy between 8am and 9am when a man
driving a red sedan stopped in front of the boy and asked him to get into the
car so he could take him to school.The boy refused so the man grabbed his arm.
The boy was able to break free and the man fled. He is described as Caucasian in
appearance, aged in his mid-30s with medium-length red hair, facial freckles and
wearing a red shirt.
Police appeal following sexual assault of boy -
Greystanes
Thursday, 08 September 2011 11:24:41 AM
NSW Detectives investigating the sexual assault of a 15-year-old boy in
Sydney’s west last night are appealing for public assistance.
The boy was reportedly grabbed from behind by a man while walking through
a park on Alpha Road at Greystanes, about 7.15pm (Wednesday 7 September 2011).
Police have been told the man dragged the boy to near toilet block in
Alpha Road Park and sexually assaulted him.
The boy managed to escape and ran to a home on nearby Hibiscus Street
where police were notified.
Detectives attached to Holroyd Local Area Command attended the park and
established a crime scene which was examined by specialist forensic officers.
The boy was taken to The Children’s Hospital, Westmead, for examination.
Holroyd Local Area Command Duty Officer, Inspector Sonya Tabor, said
police are extremely concerned about the seriousness of the assault.
“It appears to be a random and opportunistic assault and – given the
predatory nature of the attack – we are appealing for public assistance to
identify the man,” said Inspector Tabor.
The man is described as being of black African appearance, about 185cm
tall and wearing a fluorescent yellow shirt.
Anyone who witnessed the assault, or any suspicious activity in the
vicinity of Alpha Road Park at Greystanes last night, is urged to contact
Holroyd Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police are reinforcing the safety message to parents and children
following an incident on the state’s mid north coast yesterday.
About 8.30am (Tuesday 7 September), a nine-year-old boy was riding
his skateboard near the intersection of Mitchell and Simpson Streets in
South West Rocks on his way to school.
A dark green van stopped next to him and the male driver asked
the boy if he wanted a lift.
The boy did not answer the man and continued riding, while the
van followed him for a short time before driving away.
Police from the Mid North Coast Local Area Command were contacted
about the incident and have gathered descriptions of the man and his
vehicle.
He is of Caucasian appearance, 55 to 60 years of age, with
scruffy, unkempt grey hair and moustache. His vehicle is only described
as a green van without any windows or writing on the side.
Children approached by man - Cessnock
Wednesday, 07 September 2011 12:02:06 AM
NSW Police are searching for a man after he tried to entice three young
girls into his car in Cessnock today.
About 12.50pm (Tuesday 6 September 2011) three 11-year-old girls were in a
laneway adjacent their school on Edgeworth Street, Cessnock, when a man drove up
behind them and tried to entice them into his vehicle, only described as a small
white car.
When the girls refused, the man angrily demanded the girls get in his car.
The girls then ran away and reported the incident.
The man is described as Caucasian appearance, about 60 years old, slim
build, with an olive complexion and wrinkles.
At the time he was wearing a black and red coloured t-shirt and a black
cap.
Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Attempted Abductions
Wednesday 07-Sep-2011 11:18 AM
NT General Crime Members are again reminding parents and
children of the Four R’s following two separate attempted abductions this week.
Commander James O’Brien of the Darwin Metropolitan Command said that
children and their parents need to be aware of what to do in these situations.
“It was reported that a 14-year-old girl was at a bus stop on Calytrix
Drive in Karama on Monday at around 5:00 pm when she was approached by a male,”
said Commander O’Brien.
“It is believed that he was driving a white, old and slightly damaged four
door vehicle when he stopped to speak to the girl and grabbed her by the arm.
“She did the right thing in refusing his offers and leaving the area on a
bus. The incident was reported to Police the following day.
The male involved is described to be of Aboriginal appearance, aged in his
early 20’s and approximately 180cms tall. He has brown hair, an athletic build
and at the time of the incident was wearing a white t-shirt, long green or blue
shorts and possibly a green hat.
“In a separate incident, a 13-year-old boy was walking home from school
along Cunningham Crescent in Palmerston at 5:20pm yesterday when he was
approached by a male in a vehicle.
“The male tried to grab the victim; however the boy fled the area.
“The alleged offender is described to be of Caucasian appearance, aged
around 45 years, approximately183cms tall and heavy build. He has brown short
scruffy hair and a small dark moustache. At the time of the incident he was
wearing thin black framed reading glasses and a long sleeved black work shirt or
jacket with a distinctive fluoro red or orange band around the chest area. He
was driving an older model navy blue Toyota Camry with black wheel rims.
“These children did the right thing in fleeing the area and reporting the
incident. I again urge all parents across the Territory to sit down with their
children and remind them of the ‘Four R’s’:
- Recognise the danger
- Refuse any offer
- Run away
- Report it to the first person they feel safe with.
“Incidents of this nature tug at the heart strings of every member of our
community. In striving to keep our community safe and protecting our children I
urge members of the public to be vigilant and if they see any suspicious
behaviour near schools or bus stops, to contact Police on 131 444 or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
“This also coincides with National Child Protection Week which runs from
4-11 September. For further information visit www.napcan.org.au.”
Man arrested for
indecent behaviour
Wednesday, 7 September 2011
3:44pm
SA Patrol officers from Netley Police arrested a 23-year-old man from
Henley Beach South on Tuesday, 6 September 2011 and charged him with indecent
behaviour.
The arrest followed the investigation into an incident that occurred at
4pm on Tuesday afternoon when a teenaged school girl was followed by the man in
his car who was exposing himself as she was walking along Seaview Road at Henley
Beach.
The girl was upset but not physically harmed by the man.
The man was granted police bail to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates
Court in October.
Police urge any person who may have any information that may assist with
the investigation or may have witnessed this incident to contact Bank SA Crime
Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Suspicious
behaviour - Holden Hill
Tuesday, 6 September 2011 7:42pm
SA Police are investigating the suspicious behaviour of a driver
who gestured to a teenage girl to get into his van at Holden Hill today.
At about 11.20am, the girl was walking alone on Lyons Road (near Chrysler
Road) when a man driving a white van pulled up next to her gesturing for her to
come closer.
The driver then opened the passenger door inviting the girl inside.
The girl was afraid and ran away.
The driver did a U-turn and waved at the woman before driving away.
The suspect van is described as a white, possibly an older model
Mitsubishi or Toyota.
The driver is described as a man of Caucasian appearance, with scruffy
dark brown hair just above his shoulders, aged about 50 with a heavy build and
wearing a long sleeved shirt.
Police ask anyone with information to contact BankSA Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000 and ask if anyone has been victim to a similar incident to phone
the Police Assistance Line on 131 444.
Stranger Danger.
Just a timely reminder.
Monday, 5 September 2011 3:47pm
Following two recent incidents in the Salisbury area where young children
have been approached and spoken to by a male offering lollies, Elizabeth Police
will be working with schools in the area to raise the awareness of Stranger
Danger.
Police also encourage parents and carers to speak with their children
about Stranger Danger.
Parents should reinforce with their children that they should not engage
in conversation with strangers.
To not accept any gifts or offerings such as lollies and never get into a
vehicle with someone that they do not know, no matter what story they tell or
plea they make.
It is very important that any incidents of this nature are reported
immediately to police.
The man of interest in the recent incidents in Salisbury area is described
as being of Indian Sub Continental appearance and is about 20 to 30 years of
age.
Anyone with information about this man or who may have witnessed him
approaching children are asked to contact BankSA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333000
or report online at
www.sa.crimestoppers.com.au
Police appeal for information following acts of
indecency in Sydney's north-west
Saturday, 03 September 2011 12:02:42 PM
Police are appealing for information following two separate reports of a
man allegedly committing a public act of indecency in Sydney’s north-west last
month.
About 4.50pm on Tuesday 9 August 2011, a 14-year-old girl was jogging
along the footpath on Ryde Road, Hunters Hill.
The girl has told police a man in a blue coloured vehicle drove past
before coming to a stop a short distance from her.
It is alleged that as the girl jogged past she witnessed the man
committing an act of indecency.
The girl continued jogging onto Pittwater Road and noticed the same
vehicle drive past and come to a complete stop near her again at the
intersection of Everard Street.
She did not look at the man this time, and jogged straight home.
Investigators would like to speak to a man who they believe may be able to
assist with their inquiries.
He is described as being aged in his early 20’s and was wearing brown
pants.
His vehicle is described as being light blue in colour, with partial New
South Wales registration plate AQ59.
Police are investigating the possibility this incident is linked to
another act of indecency that occurred at 3.15pm on Friday 26 August 2011.
In this incident two teenage girls noticed a man allegedly committing an
act of indecency on Shaftsbury Road, Eastwood.
The man in this instance was described as being Caucasian in appearance
with short dark brown hair. At the time he was wearing a brown jumper.
He was driving a light blue hatchback with New South Wales registration
plates, possibly containing a ‘U’.
Anyone who witnessed either incident or who has information about the
identity and whereabouts of the man should contact Gladesville Police or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Attempt
abduction near Unley High School
Friday,
2 September 2011 2:40pm
SA Police are investigating an attempted abduction following a report of a
taxi driver approaching an Unley High School student and trying to coerce her
into his car.
On Thursday, 18 August 2011 at around 8:30am on the corner of Smith
Dorrien and Hill Street at Mitcham, a man pulled up next to the teenager in what
is believed to be a taxi.
Do
you know this man? Identikit iimage of the suspect. Call BankSA Crime Stoppers
on 1800 333 000.
The man told the teenager that her father had been in an accident. The man
then told the teenager to get into the car as he needed to take her to hospital
to see her father.
The girl refused. The taxi followed her for a short time before turning
down Truro Avenue, Mitcham.
Police worked with DECS, Unley High School and other nearby schools to
ensure students and parents were notified of the incident.
The driver is described as Caucasian, and wearing a cream coloured shirt.
He is aged between 40 to 45 years and had a bald or shaven head, skinny face and
big ears. He had blonde coloured stubble and a chin with a distinctive groove
or line in the middle.
Police ask that anyone with information in relation to this incident or
who may have seen a taxi around the time of the incident, or who may know the
identity of the driver, to please contact BankSA Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police also urge all young people in our community to always be alert and
aware of their surroundings and to never get into a vehicle with someone they do
not know - no matter what story they tell or plea they make.
Police are asking that parents take the time to teach their children about
the tactics offenders may employ to coerce young children into dangerous
situations.
It is important to report these incidents immediately to both the police
and the school. Police patrols will be paying extra attention to schools across
the Sturt Local Service Area
Police investigate attempted child abduction -
Bowraville
Wednesday, 31 August 2011 10:18:26 PM
Police are appealing for information following the attempted abduction of
a girl at Bowraville on the Mid North Coast this afternoon.
A nine-year-old girl had finished school and was walking along the High
Street when the incident occurred about 3pm (Wednesday 31 August 2011).
Police have been told a silver sedan (possibly a Ford) with dark tinted
windows pulled up alongside the girl and a man got out of the vehicle. He
grabbed the girl by the arm and attempted to drag her into the car.
The girl was able to pull free from his grasp before the man re-entered
the car and drove away. She then reported the incident to the father of one of
her friends.
Police were contacted and have commenced investigations into the incident.
Investigators are looking for a man who has been described as being of
Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance, about 174cm or taller with facial
stubble and wearing black clothing.
Police are in the process of obtaining and reviewing CCTV from local
businesses in an attempt to identify the man.
Anyone with information that could assist police with their inquiries is
urged to contact Nambucca Heads Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Child approached - Bondi
Wednesday, 31 August 2011 05:51:10 PM
NSW Police from the Eastern Suburbs Local Area Command are appealing for
public assistance after a teenager was reportedly approached at Bondi this
morning.
About 8.30am (Wednesday 31 August 2011) a 13-year-old boy was walking to
school on Park parade when a white van pulled up next to him.
The side sliding door of the van opened and a man, believed to be aged in
his 60s, with a grey beard and long grey hair asked the boy to get in.
The teen ignored the request and ran from the scene.
The boy reported the matter to his school who in turn contacted police.
An investigation was commenced and CCTV footage viewed from a local
service station shows a van matching the description turn left from Bondi Road,
into Park Parade at the time of the incident.
Anyone with information about this matter is asked to contact Eastern
Suburbs Police, or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police appeal after girl approached - Vaucluse
Tuesday, 30 August 2011 07:59:31 PM
NSW Police are appealing for information after an 11-year-old girl told
police she was approached by a woman in Vaucluse this morning.
About 9am today (30 August 2011), the girl was standing on the corner of
Young and Burge Streets in Vaucluse waiting for a lift from a school friend.
A woman in a vehicle pulled up alongside the girl, asking her to get in
the van.
The girl declined and used a mobile phone to contact her mother, at which
point the woman in the van drove off.
Police were contacted and are investigating the incident and would like to
speak to a woman who they believe may be able to assist with their inquiries.
She is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in her mid-40s,
with a chubby face and had red hair with blonde streaks. The child told police
the woman spoke with an accent, possibly Russian.
The vehicle is described as a being similar to a white Mercedes-model van.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has information about the
identity and whereabouts of the man should contact Rose Bay Police or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to again encourage parents to
reinforce the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages with their children,
including:
* Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members,
friends or an adult you know;
* Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of
other people;
* Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at
all times;
* Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;
* Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station,
library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these
places and ask them to call the police;
* Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help –
police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;
* Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with
someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t
know the person inside, do not stop; and
* If you are scared, call Triple Zero (000) and tell them you are scared.
Man sought after schoolgirl assaulted - Merrylands
Tuesday, 30 August 2011 01:43:46 PM
Police in Sydney’s west are investigating an assault on a schoolgirl at
Merrylands.
The 15-year-old girl was walking along Bennelong Street, Merrylands, about
8.45am yesterday (Monday 29 August 2011), when she was approached from behind by
an unknown man.
The man touched the teenager’s right thigh before grabbing her wrist and
attempting to place his hand over her mouth.
The girl managed to break free from the offender’s grasp and run to
school, where she raised the alarm.
Police from Rosehill Local Area Command were alerted to the incident and
commenced inquiries.
A search of the surrounding area failed to locate the offender, who’s
described as being aged in his 20s, 170-180cm tall with an average build, dark
complexion, short dark shaved hair and dark-coloured eyes.
He was wearing a bright blue hoodie at the time of the incident.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity in the
vicinity of Bennelong Street yesterday morning is urged to contact Granville
Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Meanwhile, the incident has again prompted police to encourage parents to
discuss the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages with their children,
including:
- Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members,
friends or an adult they know when going to and from school;
- Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots
of other people;
- Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are
at all times;
- Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;
- Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station,
library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these
places and ask them to call the police;
- Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help
– police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;
- Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with
someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t
know the person inside, do not stop; and
- If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are
scared.
Police conduct inquiries after alleged attempted
abduction - Port Macquarie
Tuesday, 30 August 2011 11:15:44 AM
Police are conducting inquiries after the alleged attempted abduction of
two boys on the state’s north coast.
About 7.10pm yesterday (Monday 29 August 2011), four children aged 11 to
14 were playing in the street outside their respective home in Gilmore Street,
Port Macquarie.
A man approached the children and asked directions to a nearby street.
All four children provided directions, but the man continued to ask
questions.
The man paid particular attention to two boys aged 11 and 12, allegedly
putting his arm around them and offering them money to escort him to the other
street.
The two other children, both girls, yelled out to a parent, who contacted
police. The man left before officers arrived.
Police from Mid North Coast Local Area Command now wish to speak with a
man who they believe can help with their inquiries.
The man has been described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in his
late 30s, about 168cm tall, with a medium build and short brown hair. At the
time, he was wearing a navy-and-red coloured jumper, board shorts and thongs.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity should
contact Port Macquarie Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Meanwhile, the incident has again prompted police to encourage parents to
discuss the “Safe People, Safe Places” messages with their children, including:
* Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members,
friends or an adult they know when going to and from school;
* Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of
other people;
* Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at
all times;
* Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;
* Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station,
library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these
places and ask them to call the police;
* Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help –
police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;
* Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with
someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t
know the person inside, do not stop; and
* If you are scared and can use a phone, call 000 and tell them you are
scared.
Concern for welfare - Lorn
Sunday, 28 August 2011 03:01:32 PM
NSW Police are appealing for public assistance to clarify the
circumstances leading up to an incident in Lorn this morning.
About 10.10am (Sunday 28 August 2011), a witness told police they saw a
vehicle stopped on the side of Melrose Road, with a pair of legs protruding from
the open car boot.
A male allegedly closed the car boot, picked up a dog that was nearby and
put it in the backseat of the vehicle.
The car was then driven away toward Belmore Road.
There were no other passengers in the car.
The witness contacted police and provided information and police commenced
an inquiry into the incident.
The car is described as a royal blue sedan, square in shape and possibly
about 10 years old.
The male driver is described as aged between 25-35 years old, of medium
build and with dark hair. At the time he was wearing a dark long sleeved shirt
and dark long pants.
The dog is described as being small and white, similar in appearances to a
Maltese Terrier.
The legs were thought to be that of a female wearing light coloured ¾
pants.
Anyone who may have any information in relation to the incident or who may
have witnessed the incident is urged to contact Maitland Police or Crime
Stoppers 1800 333 000.
Abduction
attempt at Pooraka
Wednesday, 24 August 2011 8:14am
SA Police are investigating an incident which occurred at about 9.10pm
yesterday at the corner of Main North Road and Glover Street, Pooraka where a
man allegedly attempted to drag a teenage girl into a car.
It's alleged that a teenage girl was approached by a man driving a small
white four door car.
The man asked the girl for directions and then asked to use her phone.
The then grabbed her and attempted to drag her into the vehicle.
The girl was able to break free and run home.
The man is described as 30 to 40-years old, of southern European
appearance, with short cropped hair, a heavy build, wearing black track suit
pants with two or three red stripes down the sides and a black tee shirt with a
white emblem on the chest.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Bank SA
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or on-line at
www.sa.crimestoppers.com.au.
Police appeal after boy approached by man - Merrylands
West
Sunday, 21 August 2011 03:01:55 PM
Police are appealing for information after a 12-year-old boy told police
he was approached by a man in Merrylands West.
About 3:10pm on Wednesday (17 August 2011), the boy was walking along
Fowler Road in Merrylands West, when a man in a white van pulled up alongside
the boy.
Police have been told the man offered the boy a lift which he refused.
The man got out of the vehicle and offered to walk him home which the boy
again refused.
He then returned to the vehicle and drove away, last seen heading north on
Fowler Road.
The boy continued home and reported the matter at school the following
day.
Police were contacted and are investigating the incident and would like to
speak to a man who they believe may be able to assist with their inquiries.
He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, with dark hair and an
average to thin build.
He was wearing a black t-shirt, grey jeans, a stud earring and gold
bracelet at the time of the incident.
The vehicle is described as a white van with a black horizontal stripe
down each side, a sliding door on the side and no windows on the sides or back.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has information about the
identity and whereabouts of the man should contact Holroyd Police or Crime
Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to again encourage parents to
reinforce the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages with their children,
including:
Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family members,
friends or an adult you know;
Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there are lots of
other people;
Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where you are at
all times;
Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;
Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police station,
library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should go to one of these
places and ask them to call the police;
Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you need help –
police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and trust;
Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car with someone
you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road and you don’t know the
person inside, do not stop; and
If you are scared, call Triple Zero (000) and tell them you are scared.
Wilful and obscene in
North Fitzroy
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Yarra CIU (Vic) detectives are appealing for witnesses following a
wilful and obscene exposure in North Fitzroy last month.
It is believed two school girls were walking along a bike track between
Scotchmer Street and St Georges Road on 20 July when, they were
approached by a man.
The Caucasian male, described as approximately 30-years-old,
clean-shaven with a thin build, walked up to the girls around 3.20pm and
exposed himself as he passed them on the track.
A FACE image of the man police wish to speak to is below:
Anyone who may have information about the incident is urged to contact
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000
or visit:
www.crimestoppers.com.au |
Girl, 13, sexually assaulted in Bondi Junction
laneway: police
Stephanie Gardiner
August 19, 2011
Police say they are searching for a teenage boy after a
13-year-old girl was sexually assaulted in a Sydney laneway in the
middle of the night.The girl was assaulted in Dyson Lane,
Bondi Junction, about 1am yesterday, police said.
Police believe she and a friend met two males in the area just
before the alleged attack.
Two passers-by found the girl about 1.40am and called police.
The girl was taken to Prince of Wales Children's Hospital for
treatment.
Police have asked that anyone who saw any suspicious activity
in the area or near Bondi Junction station to come forward.
They are also looking for a male seen in the area, who is
described as being of Pacific Islander or Maori appearance, about 16
or 17 years old, of thin build and wearing a light blue polo shirt
and jeans.
Anyone with information is asked to phone Crime Stoppers on
1800 333 000.
Child approached at Jamison Park
15 Aug, 2011 03:52 PM- Penrith City Star
PENRITH police are appealing for public assistance after a young girl
was approached by a man at Jamison Park on Saturday morning.
Police say at about 10am the eight-year-old girl was at the sporting
fields with her mother when she walked to the skateboarding area and was
approached by a man.
He is said to have grabbed the little girl by the wrist and tried
to lead her away from the park.
The girl screamed for help and managed to break free and alert her
mother.
The man could not be found among the hundreds of spectators when
police conducted a patrol of the area.
He’s described as being of Caucasian appearance with a thin build
with grey and white hair.
Police say he was wearing a grey, long-sleeved shirt and black
shorts at the time.
Anyone with information should contact Penrith Police or Crime
Stoppers, 1800 333 000.
In a separate incident, also on Saturday, a man chased a
13-year-old boy for about 100 metres.
The two incidents have prompted police to encourage parents to
reinforce the ‘‘Safe People, Safe Places’’ messages with their children,
which include walking with family, friends or an adult you know instead
of on your own
Child approached - Paddington
Monday, 15 August 2011 02:17:55 PM
Police are seeking public assistance to locate a man who attempted to coax
a boy into his car in Sydney’s east yesterday (Sunday 14 August 2011).
About 6.30pm, a 13-year-old boy was walking with a dog east on Glenview
Street, Paddington.
When near the intersection with MacDonald Street, a car stopped near him
and the male driver attempted to coax him into the vehicle.
The boy declined and walked away and the car drove off, last seen
travelling west on Glenview Street.
The boy returned home and the incident was reported to police.
The vehicle involved is described as a late model white Subaru. It had
black and gold number plates with the letters LC at the start. The car is
further described as having a rear spoiler, silver coloured rims and had
something, possibly a religious cross, hanging from the rear view mirror.
The driver is described as Caucasian appearance, about 30 years old, with
a skinny build, short blond hair with dark roots and spiked up into a Mohawk
type style.
Anyone who can assist the investigation should contact Rose Bay Local Area
Command via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Attempt
abduction - Glanville
Monday, 15 August 2011 5:56am
SA Police are investigating an attempt abduction at Glanville yesterday
afternoon.
At about 4.25pm, a teenage girl was walking alone on Causeway Road when
she noticed a red VX Holden Commodore following her.
The girl turned into Carlisle Street and continued when the same Holden
Commodore driven by a man pulled up in front of her.
The driver got out of the car and grabbed the teenager by the arm but she
managed to break free and run away.
The suspect is described as Caucasian, about 30-years-old, medium build,
with spikey blonde-brown hair and was unshaven.
He was wearing a red-brown flannel shirt, black track pants and sunglasses
on top of his head.
The suspect car was described as a red 2000 – 2002 VX Holden Commodore
sedan with the first letter of the registration number as 'C'.
Police ask anyone with information about this matter to contact Bank SA
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or on-line at
www.sa.crimestoppers.com.au
Police are appealing for the public’s help after a young girl was
approached by a man in Sydney’s west yesterday morning and a boy was
chased by a man at Wyoming.
About 10am, an 8-year-old girl was at sporting fields within
Jamison Park, Jamisontown with her mother. The girl walked over to a
skateboarding area of the park and was approached by a man.
He grabbed the girl by the wrist and tried to lead her away from
the park. The girl screamed for help and managed to break free and alert
her mother.
Police attended the area and conducted patrols of the area but he
could not be found among the 500 to 1000 spectators in the area at the
time.
The man has been described as being of Caucasian appearance, thin
build, with grey and white hair. He was wearing a grey long sleeved
shirt and black shorts.
Anyone who knows the identity of the man should contact Penrith
Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
In a separate incident, about 11.50am yesterday (Saturday 13
August 2011), a 13-year-old boy was riding a scooter along Jarret
Street, Wyoming, near the intersection of Worrell Circuit, when a car
described an older model red Ford Falcon sedan, travelled past him at
low speed. The car had two males on board.
After driving past the boy, it stopped and a man got out of the
passenger side. The man started running after the child, chasing him for
about 100 meters before stopping when he reached Maidens Brush Road.
The boy returned to his home and the incident was reported to
police.
The man who chased him is described as being of Caucasian
appearance, 40 to 45 years old, of an overweight build, about 175cm
tall, with ruddy features and short brown hair,
Anyone with information that can assist the investigations into
either incident should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Meanwhile, the incident has prompted police to again encourage
parents to reinforce the ‘Safe People, Safe Places’ messages
with their children, including:
- Avoid walking on your own and instead walk with other family
members, friends or an adult you know;
- Walk near busier roads and streets, or use paths where there
are lots of other people;
- Make sure your parents or another adult you know knows where
you are at all times;
- Always walk straight home or to the place you are walking to;
- Know where safe places are – a shop, service station, police
station, library or school. If you are ever frightened, you should
go to one of these places and ask them to call the police;
- Learn about safe adults you can look for and talk to if you
need help – police officers, teachers at school, adults you know and
trust;
- Don’t talk to people you don’t know and never get into a car
with someone you don’t know. If a car stops on the side of the road
and you don’t know the person inside, do not stop; and
- If you are scared, call Triple Zero (000) and tell them you
are scared.
Wilful and obscene in
Thornbury
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Darebin detectives are appealing for witnesses following a wilful
and obscene exposure in Thornbury last week.
It's believed the female victim was walking along Mansfield Street
near David Street when she noticed a man walking towards her at about
12.30am on Tuesday 2 August.
Police have been told the man wearing only a dark hooded top with
no trousers, shoes or underwear approached the woman and exposed himself
before she fled the scene.
The offender, believed to be aged in his late 20s, was last seen
walking towards High Street.
The man is described as Caucasian, approximately 175cm tall with
facial stubble and a stocky build.
He was wearing a black or navy blue hooded top over his head which
had white text or logo printed on the front.
A FACE image of the man police wish to speak to is below:
Anyone who may have information about the incident is urged to
contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit:
www.crimestoppers.com.au |
Child approached - Thornton
Sunday, 31 July 2011 03:06:16 AM
NSW Police in the state’s Hunter region are conducting inquiries after a
schoolgirl was reportedly approached by an unknown man at Thornton yesterday.
About 5pm (Saturday 30 July 2011), the 11-year-old girl was walking along
Abercrombie Street, near the corner of Taylor Avenue, when a red hatchback
pulled up near her.
The girl has told police the male driver opened his door and repeatedly
told her to get in the car. When she refused the man reportedly offered her
lollies if she agreed.
The girl continued to walk home however the car followed her until she
reached a family members house on a nearby street.
Police from Central Hunter Local Area Command have launched an
investigation into the incident.
Officers canvassed the surrounding neighbourhood and are now seeking
public assistance.
The man has been described as being about 60 years old, of Caucasian
appearance, with short grey hair, yellow teeth, and a mole next to his mouth. At
the time of the incident he was wearing a white/grey flannelette shirt and blue
jeans.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or any suspicious activity in the
vicinity of Abercrombie Street, Thornton, about 5pm yesterday is urged to
contact Central Hunter Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police are conducting inquiries after a girl was reportedly approached by
an unknown man at Maroubra.About 5.30pm on Friday (July 29), the
12-year-old girl was playing with friends near a unit block on Fitzgerald
Avenue, South Maroubra when a man approached her.
The man asked her to leave with him but when she refused he attempted
to grab her shirt.
She became scared and ran to a friend’s home to tell them what had
happened.
Police from Eastern Beaches Local Area Command were alerted to the
incident and commenced inquiries.
AN attempted abduction of a girl at a Sydney beachside
suburb does not mean there are more predators in the area, but
parents should educate their children about who they can trust,
police say.
A man in his 30s attempted to abduct the 12-year-old girl, who was
playing with friends near a unit block in Fitzgerald Avenue, South
Maroubra, about 5.30pm (AEST) yesterday.
When she refused to go with him, he allegedly attempted to grab
her shirt.
The girl, who was unharmed, managed to escape, and ran to a
friend's home.
The incident has prompted police to encourage parents to educate
their children about where they can go, and who they can turn to, if
they feel unsafe.
Asked if there were concerns about a spike in the number of
predators in the eastern suburbs beach area, police said they did not
believe that to be the case.
"The main thing that parents should be concerned of, is that their
children are aware of how to be safe, and what places they can go to be
safe, and what people they can talk to," Inspector Scott Davis, from
Maroubra police told reporters today.
Police are now looking for a man of Caucasian appearance, who is
about 30 years old.
At the time of the incident he was wearing a black hooded jumper,
black cargo pants and black runners with an orange-coloured symbol.
He was also wearing a black beanie, white-framed sunglasses and a
gold skull ring.
To better ensure their safety, police say parents should advise
children to avoid walking on their own, and to instead walk with family
members, friends or an adult they know.
They should also be advised to walk near busy roads and streets,
or use paths where there are lots of other people.
Safe places they can go if they feel threatened include shops,
service stations, police stations, libraries and schools.
Children should also be told to never get into a car with someone
they don't know.
Albion Park: Child approached
04 Jul, 2011 02:55 PM- Illawarra Mercury
NSW Police have appealed for public assistance after a 14-year-old
boy claimed he was attacked by a man at Albion Park last Thursday.
Police said the teenager was riding a bike on a bush track near a
Croome Rd sporting complex when a man appeared from behind about 2.50pm.
Police said the man grabbed the boy’s backpack in an attempt to
pull him off the bike.
The man chased the teenager but he managed to escape.
He cycled home to tell his parents, who then contacted police.
The man was described as aged in his 30s, Caucasian and 160cm tall
with a skinny build.
At the time of the incident he was wearing a blue shirt.
Anyone who noticed anything suspicious around Croome Rd, Albion
Park, last Thursday has been urged to contact Lake Illawarra police or
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police in Sydney’s eastern suburbs are investigating after a child
was approached in Phillip Bay on Thursday (June 30).
About 8.15am, the 11-year-old boy and a friend were waiting for
a bus on Anzac Pde when it is alleged a dark-coloured sedan
pulled up next to the boy.
It is alleged the driver attempted to entice the young boy into
the car however the boy walked away and got on a bus.
Police were notified and officers from both Botany Bay and
Eastern Beaches Local Area Commands are investigating the
alleged incident.
Detectives are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident
or any suspicious activity in the area, to come forward.
Police believe the driver was trying to disguise his or her
appearance by wearing an orange wig, large reading glasses and
heavy makeup.
Anyone with information should contact Eastern Beaches Police
via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Police investigate reports child approached at
Gilgandra
Posted
June 28, 2011 08:28:00 - ABC
Police are searching for a man who allegedly asked a
young girl to get into his car in Gilgandra in western New South Wales.
Officers say the 11 year old was walking in the area of Mavis and
Miller Streets when a man in a small aqua coloured car stopped next to
her on Sunday morning.
She refused to get in the vehicle and ran home to her grandmother.
The man is described as of caucasian appearance, in his mid
forties, with light blue eyes, brown teeth and wearing several silver
earrings in his right ear.
Investigators are appealing for witnesses to contact Crime
Stoppers or local police.
POLICE are warning parents and children to be more
vigilant after an increase in incidents involving children being
approached or seeing persons or vehicles acting suspiciously
around schools within Kuring-Gai Local Area Command.
In the latest incident, two 11-year-old girls were allegedly
approached by a man in the vicinity of a school in Cecil Street at
Gordon at 1.15pm on Wednesday (22 June 2011).
About 5.05pm on the same day, the same man allegedly approached
another 11-year-old girl.
All three children later reported the incident to their parents or
the school.
Kuring-Gai LAC Crime Manager, Detective Inspector Mick Banfield says
local police are continuing to work closely with schools to make
parents and students aware of these incidents.
“I would ask that parents and children remain vigilant around
schools particularly before and after school hours,” Det Insp
Banfield said.
“In recent weeks we have had a number of reports of kids being
approached by individuals either on foot or in vehicles.”
“Fortunately, no children have been harmed.”
“There have been some similarities in some reports we have received
where children have said they have seen an older style red vehicle
being driven by an elderly male, described as being between 50- 70
years of age.”
“I’d appeal for everyone - children, parents or teachers – who
observe any suspicious activity or persons acting in a strange
manner, to make detailed observations in particular to any vehicle
registration and contact police immediately.”
FRANKSTON families are on alert after the third child
abduction attempt in three months.
Police are hunting a man who approached two young children in
Laurina Crescent on Tuesday.
Police said the man was parked in his white van when he called
out to the seven-year-old girl and six-year-old boy, who were
playing in their front yard,
The Frankston Leader reports.
The man asked the children their names, then asked them to go
inside and ask their parents if he could take them for a ride.
The children refused the man’s requests and ran inside to tell
their parents.
The man is described as Caucasian with dark hair, of large
build and aged in his 30s or 40s. He was wearing a dark jumper at
the time.
His van was white, with white paint covering the side and rear
windows.
The attempted abduction comes one month after a man and a
teenage girl tried to abduct a schoolgirl in Gulwa Ave, Frankston.
In April a man attempted to snatch a seven-year-old girl from
her driveway in Frankston South, before her mother pulled the
terrified girl out of his arms.
Police don’t believe there is any link between the latest
incident and these two previous abduction attempts.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Child approached by two men in Tamworth
Posted
June 16, 2011 18:12:00 - ABC
Officers from Oxley Local Area Command are investigating an
attempt by two strangers to allegedly force a child into a van in South
Tamworth.
Crime Manager, Inspector Phil O'Reilly, says a 14-year-old boy was walking
along Kathleen Street when he was approached on Wednesday afternoon.
Two men allegedly told the boy to get into the vehicle.
Inspector O'Reilly says, fortunately, the child ran from the area and made
his way home, where the incident was reported to police.
"We believe two men may be able to assist us with those inquiries. They've
been described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged about 30 years and of
solid build," he said.
"The car has been described as a light grey-coloured van, similar to a
Toyota Lite-Ace or Hi-Ace, with curtains in the window."
Inspector O'Reilly is urging all parents in the region to discuss the
'Safe People, Safe Places' messages with their children.
He says parents should be instructing children not to speak to people they
don't know, to avoid walking alone when going to and from school, and to make
sure adults responsible for them know their whereabouts at all times.
Fifth child approached in stranger danger scare
MATT JONES- Illawarra Mercury
A 14-year-old girl was followed by a male driving a van at Flinders
yesterday, the latest in a string of similar incidents.Police
said the girl was walking home along Jindabyne Rd about 3.15pm when she
saw a white van slowing down beside her.
The van followed the girl as she turned into Malacoota Wy before
she then ran and hid in some bushes beside Burrinjuck Ave.
She told police the white van was being driven by a man aged
between 40 and 50 and stopped at the side of the road for 10 to 15
minutes before finally leaving.
Detectives from Lake Illawarra Local Area Command canvassed the
area for more information and are investigating.
Strikeforce Saxby has been set up to investigate similar incidents
that have allegedly occurred across the Illawarra in recent weeks.
Last month, five schoolchildren were approached in stranger danger
incidents.
Two young girls were approached by a stranger in Warrawong as they
waited for a bus on Cowper St around May 9.
Little more than a week later, a 12-year-old boy was riding a bike
along College Ave, Blackbutt, when an unknown man tried to lure him into
a van.
He ignored the stranger and sought help from a female motorist,
who drove him home
Two days later, an 11-year-old boy was approached by a man on
Southern Cross Boulevard at Shell Cove about 8.30am.
The man attempted to coax the child into a van but the boy fled to
a nearby school and alerted staff.
Two of the incidents involved a man driving a black van.
Anyone with information on any of the incidents is urged to call
Lake Illawarra police via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Posted on 19 May 2011.
CHRIS THOMSON - One Perth
Parents of children at Tapping Primary School in Perth’s
north have been warned that a man allegedly tried to approach a
young pupil outside school hours on Tuesday.
An education department spokeswoman confirmed a letter was yesterday
sent home with students warning parents to take care with arrangements for
children who normally travel to or from school unsupervised.
The spokeswoman said the school had reported to police an incident
where a man allegedly approached a student.
Police spokeswoman Susan Usher confirmed police were investigating
school claims that a man allegedly “spoke to” the child.
It is understood the child came to no harm.
