RICHMOND RCMP say that on March 3 at around 5 p.m., a 13-year-old Richmond girl walking in the 3700-block of Broadway Street near the Steveston United Church was approached by a suspicious man driving a dark-coloured vehicle.

“It is alleged that this man appeared friendly and offered her a ride, which was refused. The man then offered money as an enticement for a ride which was also rightly refused. When the teen arrived at home, she immediately notified her mother. It was then that we became actively involved, launching our investigation,” said Cpl. Dennis Hwang on Friday.

“Richmond RCMP would like to remind the community to continue educating your family members about strangers, trusting your inner voice, and reporting any suspicious activities to police immediately,” added Hwang.

Anyone with information on this incident, is urged to contact the Richmond RCMP at 604-278-1212 and quote file #2022-5733 or should they wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).