Waterloo Regional Police are asking for the public’s assistance as they look for a man in connection with an alleged incident that occurred near a school on Monday.
Police say that shortly after 9 a.m., two young children told police they were en route to school near Neilson Avenue in Waterloo when a man offered to help carry their backpacks.
After they declined, the man followed the pair as they continued on their way.
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Police say the children were unharmed.
The suspect was described as around 30 years old, standing five feet 10 inches with a medium build and black hair. He was wearing a blue shirt, grey pants and brown boots, police add.
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Police are asking anyone with information to call 519-570-9777 ext. 6399 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
They are also suggesting that parents talk with their children about safety planning so they are aware of what to do when approached by a stranger.