Parkland RCMP seek information in an attempted child luring investigation

Stony Plain, AB

Parkland RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male who approached a 12-year-old girl and attempted to lure her into his vehicle. The incident took place on Highway 779 near 48 Street in Stony Plain on Sept. 8, 2025, at approximately 3:45 p.m.

The victim reports that while riding her scooter home, a white SUV with gold rims and slim profile headlights pulled over beside her.  The male suspect told the girl that her mother sent him to pick her up and tried to get her to enter his vehicle.

An adult in another vehicle stopped behind the suspect and asked the 12-year-old girl if she was okay.    The white SUV suspect vehicle sped away.

Police are looking to speak with the unknown male as part of the investigation. The male is described as:

• 40 - 50 years old;
• Fair complexion
• Greyish black beard (beard a couple inches long) ;
• Wearing sunglasses with blue lenses. 

Police would also like to speak with the adult witness and any other witnesses who may have information regarding this investigation.  Police are also asking for anyone who may have dash-cam video in the area of 48 street and highway 779 on Sept. 8 between 3:30 pm and 4:00 pm to report to police as they may have captured the incident or the suspect vehicle.

Parkland RCMP are asking the public’s assistance for any information in relation to this incident (or identifying those responsible). Please contact the Parkland RCMP at 825-220-7267(RCMP).  If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store