MARYSVILLE – Residents are asked to be alert for a potential child luring suspect after an incident Aug. 22.

A mother was watching three children, ranging in age from 6 to 9, ride bikes in a parking lot in the 7200 block of Grove Street when they were approached by a man driving a gold Dodge Durango SUV. The man drove past several times before turning into the parking lot.

The mother ran toward the vehicle, which then turned and left the area.

Witnesses said the suspect is white, in his 50s with gray or white hair and a bald spot. He also may have a gray or white goatee.

If you have information about this incident, or were approached in a similar manner by anyone matching the description of this luring suspect, contact Marysville police detective Paul McShane at 360-363-8389 or pmcshane@marysvillewa.gov.