First Squad Detectives are investigating an Attempted Luring that occurred on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 3:15 pm in Wantagh.
According to detectives, two (2) females, 12, were walking on Beltagh Avenue in the vicinity of Holiday Park Drive when they were approached by a female Asian driving an older model gray SUV. The woman honked, rolled down her window and called out to the girls. The kids became frightened, hid and contacted a parent, who notified police.
Detectives are investigating a second incident that occurred on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 3:35 pm in Wantagh. A male, 7, was approached by an unknown female on his front lawn. The woman attempted to lure the boy by promising him candy if he complied. The child refused and ran inside the house to notify his mother. A newer gray Buick Enclave was parked on Jerusalem Avenue facing west in the vicinity of Whitehall Lane. A second male subject was in the driver’s seat.
The vehicle fled westbound on Jerusalem Avenue. The female subject is described as white, approximately 40-45 years old, with a heavy build and brown hair. The male subject is described as white and in his mid-40’s.
The investigation is ongoing. Detectives request anyone with information regarding the above incidents to contact Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911.
All callers will remain anonymous.