Perth County OPP are investigating an attempted abduction in St. Mary’s, Ont.
Officers say just after 7:30 p.m. Saturday, a nine-year-old boy was walking in the area of Station and Church streets when he was approached by a vehicle.
They say the adult male driver offered the boy a ride, then got out of the vehicle and tried to grab him, but the boy was able to get away. The vehicle left and the child got home safely.
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The driver is described as a white man with a deep voice and average build. The vehicle is described as a SUV.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police or CrimeStoppers.
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