Police investigating after strangers allegedly offered rides to youths in Town Common

Hopkinton Police Chief Joseph Bennett announced Tuesday evening that the police department is investigating an incident that occurred Tuesday afternoon at the Town Common.

Here are the details from the press release:

Around 2:40 p.m., Hopkinton police responded to a call from a woman who said her child had been offered a ride home by two Hispanic women who were traveling in a white vehicle, possibly a Toyota RAV-4.

The child, who had been taught by his mother not to talk to strangers, ran away and joined his friends.

Parents are reminded to tell their children not to interact with strangers who offer random rides or treats, or who ask them to keep a secret. According to kidshealth.org, ask your child to walk away from the situation and yell “No!” » and leave the area immediately. They should tell a trusted adult, such as a parent, caregiver, or teacher, what happened.

Police are seeking footage or photographs of the area at the time of the incident. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Sgt. Gregg DeBoer at 508-497-3401.