Reports of man asking children 'to play' in Flintshire
North Wales Police has issued a Community Alert to local councillors following reports made in the Mancot area of Deeside.
The alert states: "We would like to make residents aware of recent reports concerning a male individual seen in the Mancot area who has been approaching children and asking them to play."
The man in question is described as being around 20 years of age, with bleach blonde hair, wearing a denim jacket and denim jeans and white Nike Air Force 1 trainers.
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The alert adds: "The individual was last seen walking in residential parts of Mancot. While we do not wish to cause undue alarm, we strongly encourage all residents to remain vigilant.
"If you see anyone matching this description or observe suspicious behaviour, please contact North Wales Police immediately via 101 or 999 in case of urgent danger."
Hawarden councillor, Helen Brown, said: "Please always talk to your children about stranger danger, it's very concerning for the whole community when we receive alerts of this nature.
"I hope to see extra police presence in the area for reassurance, especially as we lead up to the summer evenings and holidays."
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