Two girls report stranger offering them a ride in University Heights

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Two young girls walking home in University Heights reported that a stranger in an older gold Toyota sedan approached them and offered them a ride, which they declined. The girls reported the incident to their parents, who then contacted the police. University Heights police are investigating the suspicious activity.

Why it matters

While no crime was committed, the incident raises concerns about child safety and the potential for predatory behavior targeting minors. University Heights has seen a decline in certain types of crime in recent years, but incidents like this highlight the need for ongoing community vigilance.

The details

According to the police report, the two girls were walking near the intersection of University Parkway and Milton Road when a white male driving an older model, gold-colored Toyota sedan approached them in the street and offered them a ride. The girls declined the offer and continued walking home, then reported the incident to a parent, who contacted the police. University Heights police completed a report and are conducting an investigation into the suspicious activity.

• The incident occurred at 7:50 p.m. on March 1.

What’s next

University Heights police are continuing their investigation into the suspicious incident to determine if any further action is warranted.