Madera Sheriff’s Office Looking For Man Who Tried To Lure Girl Into SUV

FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – A man tried to lure a girl into his vehicle in Madera County.

The Madera County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help in identifying and locating him.

They say it happened on Sunday, May 27th, at 1:45 p.m., near the Raymond Post Office.

The girl was walking in the area when she was approached by at least one man, driving a midsize SUV, described as brown or gold in color.

He asked her if she wanted a ride, and when she said ‘no,’ he demanded that she get into his vehicle.

She became frightened and ran away, hiding in a nearby backyard.

He drove off and is unidentified at this time.

The suspect vehicle is described as a brown or gold midsize SUV.

The Madera County Sheriff’s Office asks anyone who has more information to call 559-675-7770.

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