Metro seeking assistance to find child luring suspect

Man wanted for luring a child on February 23rd, 2022
Child luring suspect Photo credit LVMPD

Las Vegas, NV (KXNT) – Las Vegas Metro Police are seeking the public’s help to identify a man who attempted to lure a child in a neighborhood near Sahara and Eastern.

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On Wednesday afternoon, police say a teenage girl was walking in the area when she was approached by the suspect in a vehicle. The suspect asked her if she would like to enter his vehicle. An adult relative of the victim who was waiting to pick her up saw what happened and confronted the suspect before he drove off.

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male adult in his 50s with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a blue button up shirt and a tan undershirt. His vehicle is a light green Toyota Prius.

Vehicle used in attempted child luring on 2-23-22
Child luring suspect's car Photo credit LVMPD

Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has any information about this crime is urged to contact South Central Area Command Patrol Investigations at 702-828-8639. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 702-385-5555, or on the internet at www.crimestoppersofnv.com.

Featured Image Photo Credit: LVMPD