Pennsylvania state troopers are stepping up patrols and knocking on doors in Glen Mills after a man in a blue hatchback allegedly tried to lure a student into his car on Tuesday afternoon along Sunset View Drive near Smithbridge Road. The student said no, the driver took off, and investigators are now working the neighborhood and pulling any doorbell and security camera footage they can find.
According to a Pennsylvania State Police press release and reporting by CBS Philadelphia, the incident happened around 3:30 p.m. while the student was waiting for her brother to get home from school. Troopers say the man drove by once, circled back, then asked if she wanted to wait in his vehicle. Instead, she stayed put, and investigators have since been interviewing residents and asking neighbors to review any surveillance footage from that time.
Safety steps for parents and kids
Police and child-safety experts point to a few straightforward rules that can make a big difference: kids should never get into a vehicle with an unfamiliar adult, families can use a shared code word for any unexpected pickup, and children should head straight to a safe, public place and tell a trusted adult if something feels off. The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children urges families to call 911 in emergencies and save any photos, video or license-plate details to hand over to investigators. NCMEC also offers classroom and at-home resources to help adults talk with kids about staying safe around strangers.
How to help investigators
State police describe the suspect vehicle as a blue hatchback or small SUV and are asking anyone with information or relevant surveillance video to contact PSP Media, according to CBS Philadelphia. The street is in a neighborhood served by Garnet Valley School District, and troopers say they are coordinating with district security while they track down leads. Garnet Valley School District is asking families to report any safety concerns directly to school officials and local police.
Troopers have not released a suspect description beyond the vehicle, and the investigation remains active. Anyone with tips or video footage is urged to contact PSP Media so investigators can follow up.
