🌆 BREAKING: Disturbing Incident Reported Involving Student

On Monday, September 29th, a 13-year-old Vineland Public Schools student reported a disturbing encounter on her way to school. The incident took place less than one mile away from school.

The incident occurred between 6:30 - 7:30 a.m. while the 13-year-old student was walking to school. The man allegedly asked the girl for directions, and after she said she couldn’t help, he exposed himself & attempted to lure her into his vehicle. The student safely made it to school and reported the incident.

Incident reportedly took place around Almond St. & S Valley Ave.

QUICK FACTS:

  • Vineland Public Schools released statement, police are investigating. (Statement below)

  • Police haven’t released a suspect or vehicle information. Victim said the man was driving a Silver SUV.

STATEMENT FROM SCHOOL:

Vineland Public Schools was notified this morning of an incident involving a student walking to school. The matter is currently under investigation by the Vineland Police Department, and we are cooperating fully with their efforts. Our focus remains on the safety and well-being of our students. Out of caution, we have reminded families about personal safety practices for traveling to and from school. We have no further details to share at this time and refer any additional questions to the Vineland Police Department.

Vineland Public Schools