Seeking public assistance - suspicious person

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance following reports of a suspicious person in the southwest.

At approximately 2:30 p.m., today, Sunday, Jan. 19, 2014, two young girls were walking along the 400 block of Sienna Heights Way S.W. when they were approached by a man who exposed himself.

He then entered a small grey sedan and fled.

The man is described as Hispanic, medium build, approximately 5’ 9”, with acne and short black hair. He is believed to have been wearing dark jeans.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call police at 403-266-1234, or Crime Stoppers anonymously using any of the following methods:

TALK: 1-800-222-8477

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The Calgary Police Service encourages parents to talk to their children about ways to protect themselves. This includes staying in busy, well-lit areas and if they are suspicious of someone, trust their instincts and flee the area, or scream to draw attention to themselves.