On 5-23-16 at 7:20pm the Washington County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a suspicious situation that occurred at approximately 6:30pm on today’s date at Ackerman’s Grove County Park, located at 4875 CTH Z in the Town of Polk.
Two young females, ages 9 and 11 reported that a red or maroon older model minivan driven by a male in his 60’s or 70’s stopped by them and held out candy and asked if they wanted any.
The girls refused and quickly left the area. The vehicle was last seen leaving the park. The driver never exited the car.
The suspect is further described as having grey hair with several days’ growth of facial hair and wearing a brown plaid button-down shirt.
Numerous deputies were dispatched to check the area and other parks in the county. No suspects were located at this time.
Courtesy Lieutenant Tim Kemps