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Man reportedly attempts to get child into truck in Bettendorf neighborhood

A man reportedly tried to get a little girl into his truck in a Bettendorf neighborhood.

BETTENDORF, Iowa -- A man reportedly tried to get a little girl into his truck in a Bettendorf neighborhood.

A 12-year-old girl was walking down a sidewalk on Wakonda Drive when a man between 50 and 55 years old pulled up in what was described as a purple or plum-colored Ford pickup, according to Bettendorf Police.  It was around 7:30 p.m. Monday, September 12, 2016 when the man reportedly pushed open the passenger-side door and said "Get in the truck."

Police say the man was described as having gray/black hair, no facial hair or glasses, and a deep voice.  The vehicle was described as a two-door with "Fender Flares" over the wheel wells and had a lot of dents.  The truck bed appeared to be empty.

The vehicle was spotted heading south on Wakonda Drive toward Tanglefoot Lane.

If you have any information on the suspect or vehicle, you are asked to call Lt. Poirier at 563-344-4042.

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