Editor’s note: The following press release was received from the Whitewater Police Department. The original report on the Banner may be found here.

Whitewater Police Department Notifies Community that Attempted Child Abduction Did Not Occur

July 24th, 2023 – The Whitewater Police Department wishes to notify the community that continued investigation into the reported child abduction attempt revealed that the incident did not occur. The reporting individual informed police that the account given was false. Based on this information, there is no known threat to the community, and all previously provided suspect descriptions should be disregarded. We are continuing to work with the reporting individual to ensure any necessary services are provided.