The Kamloops RCMP are asking for the public’s help as they investigate a suspicious incident involving a youth who was reportedly approached by a man in a black truck near MacArthur Island last week.

According to a release from police, the incident occurred on Tuesday, September 9, shortly after 2:00 p.m., when a youth walking from a nearby school to MacArthur Island was approached by a man driving a black Dodge Ram. The driver reportedly asked the youth to get into the vehicle. The youth did not engage and promptly reported the encounter to a trusted adult.

“No license plate was observed, but the truck was described as a newer, clean black Dodge Ram with a tree-shaped air freshener hanging from the rear-view mirror,” said Corporal Dana Napier, spokesperson for the Kamloops RCMP. “The man was described as Caucasian, in his early 50s, balding with dark grey hair.”

RCMP are urging residents in the area to check for any surveillance or dash cam footage that could help identify the truck or the driver involved.

“As we work to advance this investigation, we would like to encourage the public to review general street safety,” said Cpl. Napier. “Be aware of your surroundings, walk with a partner when possible, don’t engage with people you don’t know, and have conversations with your children about what to do if approached.”

Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact the Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000.