Police investigating a reported child approach at Gymea today, have determined the incident was the result of a misunderstanding.
Officers from Sutherland Police Area Command had been investigating a report of a child approach involving a 14-year-old boy on North West Arm Road, Gymea yesterday (Wednesday 20 March 2019).
Police were told a man driving a van offered the boy a lift.
Following an appeal for public assistance, a 76-year-old man came forward and has been spoken to by police, who have determined that the incident was a misunderstanding.
Police thank the media and the local community for their assistance in resolving this matter.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.
