COPS are attempting to trace a good Samaritan who helped a girl after she was allegedly approached by an unknown man.
Police received reports of the “suspicious activity” at 4.45pm on Friday, November 7 in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire.
The incident itself is believed to have taken place at around 3.40pm in McGarva Way.
The girl ran away and was spotted by a good Samaritan – a man – in Arthur Avenue who helped her and assisted her in taking her to her home address.
Officers have since arrested a 42-year-old man in connection with the original incident.
The force are now looking to trace the good Samaritan as they conduct further enquiries into the exact circumstances.
Detective Sergeant Tom Philpotts said: “Firstly, we understand the concern this incident is likely to cause in the community, and we would like to reassure members of the public that we have arrested a man in relation to this incident.
“As part of the investigation we are looking to trace a man who helped the girl in getting back home and people can contact us via 101, or via How to tell us about an existing case or report | Cheshire Constabulary.
“Please quote 25000914713.”