Police are appealing for public assistance as they attempt to clarify the circumstances surrounding a reported child approach at Scone overnight.
An eight-year-old girl has told Hunter Valley Police, she was in the front yard of her home when a man got out of a ute and grabbed her by the wrist about 6pm on Monday.
The child pulled away and ran indoors and alerted her mother, but the vehicle had left the scene.
Police are now inquiring into the incident and are appealing for anyone with information.
They have a description of a man they believe may be able to assist with inquiries.
He is described as being of Caucasian appearance aged about 40, with a thin build, short brown hair and a tattoo on his right hand.
At the time he was wearing a red shirt and green shorts and left in a red utility.
Anyone with information about the incident should contact Muswellbrook Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
EARLIER
Hunter Valley police are asking for help to identify a car believed involved in a child approach incident at Scone overnight.
Police say a red utility was seen in Waverley Street at about 6pm.
Anyone who saw the car is urged to contact Muswellbrook Police Station or Crime Stoppers.
More to come.
