Cops on Lookout for Suspect Who Attempted to Lure Wantagh Kids into Vehicle with Candy

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The subject is described as an older white male driving a silver/gray sedan, officials say.

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NCPD reports an Unusual Incident on Tuesday, May 1, in Wantagh.

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Wantagh, NY - May 7, 2018 - The Seventh Squad reports the details of an Unusual Incident that occurred on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at 4:20 p.m. in Wantagh.
 
According to detectives, an older white male, wearing a blue and red baseball hat, approached children on Southview Avenue in an older model silver/gray sedan. He attempted to get the children to come to his vehicle by offering them candy. The subject fled eastbound on Eastview Ave. No further information is available.
 
Detectives request anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911. All callers will remain anonymous.