Maricopa, Arizona. – Police announced that they are investigating an incident of forcible indecency that occurred at a bus stop in the city. maricopa.

maricopa police The incident is said to have happened on August 15th. Bedford Drive and Rancho El Dorado Parkwaythe victim was a 14-year-old Maricopa High School student.

The suspect was identified and located the next day. gilbert. He was not identified.

“Following several investigative results, Criminal Investigation Division personnel received information leading to an adult male in Gilbert,” the department said. “While there was insufficient evidence to make an arrest, the Metropolitan Police Department is working with the Pinal County Attorney's Office to ensure that appropriate criminal charges are brought against the suspect.”

Maricopa Unified School District has provided the following safety tips for parents to review with their children.

Advice for children

• Don't go anywhere with people you don't know. Always remain visible to others.
• Stay away from adults who ask for help. If someone asks for directions or claims they need help, keep your distance.
• Don't let strangers into your home. Do not open your door to strangers for any reason.
• If you feel uncomfortable or frightened, please leave the area. Trust your intuition and walk away from the situation.
• If someone catches you, act quickly. Turn your arms like a windmill and run away screaming.
• When riding a bicycle, keep the bicycle between you and an adult. This creates a barrier and allows you to keep your distance.

Advice for parents

• Supervise your children closely when they are outside the home or at the park.
• Make sure all outdoor activities are supervised. Children should not be left unsupervised in public.
• Teach your children to use their phones to call 911 in case of an emergency.
• Allow your children to say “no” if something feels strange or uncomfortable.
• Please update your child's photos regularly. Photograph them at least once a year, and more often if they are under 5 years old.

“We hope these tips will help you discuss safety with your children,” the district added. “Please take the time to have this important conversation and remind us of the importance of staying safe and reporting activities to a trusted adult. If you have questions or need further assistance, please Please feel free to contact the Maricopa Police Department.

Map of the location where the incident is said to have occurred