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Published on February 05, 2025
Search Underway for Suspect in Attempted Child Luring Incident in Chicago's Rogers ParkSource: Google Street View

Authorities are actively looking for a man accused of trying to lure a child into his van in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood. The incident is said to have occurred around 7:40 a.m. Tuesday in the 7000 block of North Ridge Boulevard, as reported by ABC7 Chicago. The child, upon refusal to enter the van, was then followed on foot by the suspect.

The suspect is described to be a Hispanic man, aged between 30 and 40, and about 6 feet tall. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a black and red short-sleeved shirt. According to ABC7 Chicago, the man drove a white minivan with notable spray paint on the front passenger side.

Community members with knowledge of the case are strongly encouraged to contact Area Three detectives at (312) 744-8266 or to submit an anonymous tip at CPDTIP.com, referencing RD# JJ138399, as per Fox 32 Chicago.