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By rdnewsNOW staff
Oct. 17

Red Deer RCMP investigating attempted child abduction

Oct 19, 2026 | 10:09 AM

Red Deer RCMP are investigating the alleged attempted abduction of a child.

Police say on Saturday, Oct. 17, around noon, a girl was approached in a residential park area in northwest Red Deer, between Jewel Street and Johnstone Drive.

The man allegedly told the girl to get in the car, but after the girl yelled out, he sped away.

The vehicle was a grey four-door 4Runner or similar SUV with running boards and an Alberta License plate.

Meanwhile, the man is described as approximately 40 years old with a medium complexion, wearing a black hoodie. The child described the man as having a round face, a pointed chin, and yellow teeth.

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If you have any information regarding the identity of this male and/or vehicle, please contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2300. As well, if you have any video or observations about a similar vehicle in the area between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., please contact Red Deer RCMP.

by rdnewsNOW staff

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