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By David Opinko

updated with suspect descriptions

Strathmore RCMP investigating child abduction

Jun 1, 2022 | 5:21 PM

STRATHMORE, AB – UPDATE: Strathmore RCMP has provided descriptions of the two suspects and the vehicle that was used.

Suspect #1 is described as having light coloured skin, a clean-shaven face, long black hair, and blue eyes. He was seen wearing a black toque and a black Zoo York sweater.

Suspect #2 is described as having light coloured skin, a clean-shaven face, and was seen wearing a white shirt and grey sweat pants.

The suspect vehicle is described as a four-door white pick-up truck with a grey interior.

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RCMP is investigating reports of a young girl being abducted in Strathmore.

At approximately 6:00 p.m. on May 31, 2022, Strathmore RCMP says the victim was walking home from her school bus drop-off when she was approached by two men in a white pickup truck.

The girl was reportedly forced into the truck and brought to a residence, but thankfully, she was able to escape and run to safety.

Strathmore RCMP Staff Sgt. Mark Wielgosz says they are investigating this matter as a top priority.

He is asking the public to be extra vigilant to keep their children safe.

“I fully appreciate this incident may be both unsettling and disturbing. Our Detachment has increased patrols and visibility in our communities. Our priority is to ensure public safety, and to conduct a thorough investigation,” says Wielgosz.

Wielgosz adds, “We are also taking steps to support the victim in this matter. I can assure our residents we remain committed to the safety of our community and will provide more information as quickly as we can.”

Anyone with more information on this matter is asked to phone their local police. If the matter is of an urgent nature, phone 911.