12/06/2023
From the Desk of PSP
December 5, 2023
Troopers Investigating Child Luring Incident
Rayne Township, PA – Troopers are investigating a reported incident of child luring that occurred earlier today in northern Indiana County.
Troopers were advised that approximately 4:00 p.m. today (Tuesday), an unknown suspect attempted to lure an 11-year-old boy toward a vehicle along Washington Church Road in Rayne Township after the victim got off of his school bus and was walking home.
The suspect was reported to have remained in the vehicle and no physical contact was reported to have occurred between the victim and the suspect.
Following this incident, the victim proceeded to his residence and notified his parents.
The suspect was described as a black male in his 30’s with short hair and wearing a dark blue hooded sweatshirt and a bandana or facial covering.
The suspect was reported to be driving a black Toyota sedan, possibly a Prius, which fled toward SR 119. The vehicle was reported to have possible damage to its passenger side.
This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to immediately contact Troop A, Indiana at 724-357-1960
Reference CAD Number: PA2023-1591017;
Investigating Officer: Tpr. Weaver