Warman RCMP release sketch in attempted abduction investigation

February 22, 2023
Warman, Saskatchewan

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Suspect sketch: He is described as a tall, clean-shaven Caucasian male in his 20s with dirty blonde or brown hair. He has a tattoo on his left arm, possible on the inner bicep. He has his left ear pierced.

Warman RCMP continue to investigate a report of an attempted abduction that occurred in Warman, SK on January 11, 2023.

Investigation has determined that at approximately 2 p.m. that day, a male approached a female youth and attempted to persuade her to get into his pick-up truck. The youth was able to run away safely and police were called.

Warman RCMP have been investigating since. A composite sketch of the suspect was completed and investigators are now releasing it to the public for assistance identifying the suspect. See attached.

Investigators have an updated description of the suspect reported to police. He is described as a tall, clean-shaven Caucasian male in his 20s with dirty blonde or brown hair. He has a tattoo on his left arm, possible on the inner bicep. He has his left ear pierced.

The pick-up truck is described as an early 2000s, black two-door GMC. It has matte black bumpers and black wheels with white writing and silver rims. It has a grapefruit-sized dent in the back bumper on the passenger side. The door handle on the driver's side is black, but the door handle on the passenger's side is silver.

If you recognize the person in the sketch or the vehicle description, contact your local police service. Dial 310-RCMP to reach your local RCMP detachment. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

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Warman RCMP request assistance in locating truck involved in an attempted abduction

January 11, 2023

Warman RCMP are requesting assistance from the public in locating a pickup truck involved in the attempted abduction of a female youth near a community centre in Warman, SK, at approximately 3:00 p.m.

Police responded immediately and conducted patrols in the community to locate the vehicle and the suspect involved. The victim was able to return to a safe location and did not report any injuries to police.

The vehicle is described as a black coloured two-door truck believed to be an early 2000's Chevrolet or GMC model.

The truck is believed to be driven by a Caucasian male between 20 – 30 years old, wearing a black t-shirt.

Warman RCMP are requesting parents to advise youth to exercise caution if approached by strangers in a vehicle. If this vehicle is seen, do not approach and report this to your local police service immediately.

Warman RCMP are working toward gathering additional information about the vehicle and the suspect driver.

If you have any information about this incident, call the Warman RCMP at 306-975-1670 or your local police service. Information can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

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