OPP investigates after stranger in vehicle offers child a ride

Ontario Provincial Police is investigating after a child was offered a ride by a stranger in Huron County.

It happened on Victoria Ave. in Crediton around 4 p.m. on Tuesday.

Police say an elementary school student was waiting outside of his home for a ride by a family member when an unfamiliar vehicle pulled up.

The male passenger asked the child if he was hitchhiking and needed a ride.

Police say the child said no and the vehicle continued driving westbound on Victoria Ave. before turning around and driving eastbound out of the area.

The vehicle is described as a smaller blue SUV or a large car with four doors.

The male passenger is described as having a slim to medium build with several tattoos on his arms.

Police do not have a description of the driver at this time.

Anyone with information that could help police identify the vehicle and its occupants is asked to contact investigators at 1-888-310-1122.