Gardai Investigating Following Reports Of Alleged Suspicious Approach To Child In East Clare

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Gardai have confirmed they’re investigating reports of an alleged suspicious approach to a child in East Clare.

It’s alleged that a child was approached outside Clooney National School after classes finished there yesterday.

In an email to parents from the school, which has been seen by Clare FM, it’s stated that a man spoke to a child, that he asked the child to get into a van, and that he drove away after he was unsuccessful.

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The incident is described as ‘extremely serious and upsetting’ and urges parents and children to be vigilant.

Gardai say enquiries remain ongoing.