Tinley Park, Illinois – Police are seeking information after a suspicious approach in Tinley Park, prompting safety reminders.
According to the Village of Tinley Park Public Safety Department, a female resident was walking her dog at approximately 12:35 p.m. Monday, Feb. 2, when she was approached by a black or dark-colored, two-door pickup truck displaying Texas license plates.
The woman described the driver as a bald Black male in his 50s wearing a white shirt. Police said the man held up a piece of paper toward the woman and gestured or suggested that she get into the truck. The woman took out her phone, at which point the driver immediately left the area.
No injuries were reported.
Authorities are reminding residents to remain aware of their surroundings and to report suspicious persons or vehicles immediately. Police have not released additional identifying details about the truck.
Anyone who may have seen the vehicle or has information related to the incident is asked to contact the Tinley Park Police Department at (708) 444-5300.
Midday walking hours are common for residents, including students and remote workers on break, making awareness during daytime routines especially important.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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