Police search for man who allegedly tried to bait Wantagh children

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The Nassau County Police Department is investigating a man's alleged attempt to lure Wantagh-area children into his car with candy.

According to police, an older white male wearing a blue and red baseball hat driving an older model silver or grey sedan approached several children on Southview Ave. in Wantagh on May 1 around 4:20 p.m. He attempted to lure the kids into his car by offering them candy, and later fled eastbound onto Eastview Ave.

Since the incident was reported on May 1, there is no further information available nor any tips given to them about it, according to police.

Anyone with information regarding this unusual incident can contact the Nassau County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS or call 911. All callers will remain anonymous.