Timaru Police are appealing for information after a child was approached on their way home from school on Tuesday 21 August 2018.
Between 3:10pm and 3:15pm the child was on the corner of Victoria Street and Queen Street, Timaru.
A man driving a vehicle, approached the child and spoke to him briefly.
The child ran away, across King Street, prompting other traffic to beep their horns.
The man continued to follow him in his car which is described as having black peeling paint.
The man is described as Maori, aged between 25-40 years, with a bald head, wearing sunglasses and a black top.
Police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the approach or have any information to contact the Timaru Police on (03) 684 6086.
Alternatively, information can also be provided anonymously by calling CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Issued by Police Media Centre