A man attempted to lure a student after school at Sierra Vista Junior High Monday, prompting responses from both school and law enforcement officials.
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Carolyn Hoffman, principal at Sierra Vista Junior High, emailed the families of students of the school Monday night in order to inform them of the situation.
“We received information tonight that after school, a man in a black van with front and back windows and long windows on the sides attempted to lure a student,” Hoffman wrote.
The man was described as dressed in all black, with a black hoodie, a black hat and a black bandana around his mouth. He also had “dread-like hair and his skin tone was light to dark,” according to officials.
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The van itself reportedly had red paint markings on the side, and approached the student near the corner of Delight Street and Esterbrook Avenue, Hoffman said.
The incident prompted school officials to contact law enforcement.
“Local authorities have been notified and increased patrol units will be around school,” Hoffman said.
Hoffman also emphasized the importance of “walking to and from school in groups and to be mindful of your surroundings.”
Residents with any further information are encouraged to call the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station at 255-1121, or text the Sierra Vista Text-A-Tip number at (661) 724-6478.
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Isn’t this the second attempted child kidnapping? Wasn’t there one in Valencia too?