Guelph police say a 70-year-old man from Rockwood, Ont. is facing several charges following two separate attempted child abductions in the city.
The first incident happened on May 31 after police received a report that man had tried to lure a 10-year-old boy into a van in the area of Alice and Huron streets.
A similar incident happened on June 2 in the area of Willow and Dawson roads involving a 12-year-old girl.
Police arrested the suspect on Monday night and charged him with two counts of attempted abduction of a person under the age of 14, committing an incident act, and five counts of breaching his probation.
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The suspect is scheduled to have a court appearance on Friday.
Fraser said police are not aware of any other incidents involving the suspect, but anyone with additional information can call the lead investigator at 519-824-1212 ext. 7359.
Fraser added the two children did everything right by walking away and telling an adult. He said this incident could serve as a learning tool for parents and their own children.
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