UPDATE:
The RCMP are no longer asking the public for assistance on this matter. The person in the vehicle has been identified and has spoken with investigators. The matter remains under investigation.
ORIGINAL MEDIA RELEASE:
Flin Flon RCMP are advising residents of an incident that occurred on February 8, 2023, at approximately 9:00 am on Terrace Avenue, in Flin Flon.
A young female teen was walking on Terrace Avenue near the school, when a male driving a truck pulled up beside her. The male yelled at her to get in the vehicle, but she quickly walked away into the school. She reported it to a family member around noon, and at that time the school and RCMP were notified.
The vehicle is described as a black or grey, older model pick-up truck with an extended cab. It is equipped with a headache bar (a rack attached to the rear window of the truck).
(Image – Suspect vehicle – RCMP)
(Image – Suspect vehicle- RCMP)
The male is described as older, with grey facial hair. He was wearing a grey hoodie and a dark coloured baseball cap.
RCMP are looking for anyone that may have witnessed the incident, or has information that may assist the investigation. If you do please call Flin Flon RCMP at 204-687-1422, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com
Flin Flon RCMP continue to investigate.
