Community Alert: Attempted Child Abduction in Lake George, N.B.

Section 1: Incident Overview

The West District RCMP is investigating an attempted child abduction in Lake George, New Brunswick, and is appealing to the public for assistance. The incident occurred on the morning of July 9, 2026, on Sunset Cove Lane near Ewart Hyde Road, involving a 10-year-old girl who was approached by three unknown men in a vehicle.

Between approximately 10:45 a.m. and 11:05 a.m., three men in an older white passenger van reportedly stopped near the child and one of them tried to persuade her to get into the vehicle. The girl managed to escape and was not physically injured. Officers responded quickly, interviewed the youth and several witnesses, and are continuing their investigation. This is a public safety matter, and residents are urged to remain alert and to report any relevant information. For ongoing updates on serious public safety incidents, community members can monitor other Crime Canada safety alerts.

Section 2: Official RCMP Details & Request for Information

Based on information gathered so far, investigators have released the following details about the suspects and vehicle connected to the attempted abduction:

Vehicle Description

• Type: Older-model white passenger van
• Condition: Visible rust along the bottom and front of the vehicle
• Damage/marks: Scratches on the rear driver’s-side door
• Licence plate: Nova Scotia plate, with the last two digits believed to be “28”
• Additional detail: Child reported multiple stickers on the licence plate, including one showing a dog

Suspect Descriptions

• Number of suspects: Three men
• Apparent ethnicity: Described as white males
• Language: All suspects were described as English-speaking
• Clothing: Each was wearing a black balaclava and dark-coloured T-shirt
• Distinctive marking (one suspect):
  • Skull tattoo on the inner part of the right forearm
  • Lines extending up the arm from the skull tattoo

Incident Summary

• Date: July 9, 2026
• Time frame: Approximately 10:45 a.m. to 11:05 a.m.
• Location: Sunset Cove Lane near Ewart Hyde Road, Lake George, N.B.
• Victim: 10-year-old girl
• Alleged actions: One of the men opened the sliding door of the van and attempted to lure the child into the vehicle
• Outcome: The child escaped, was not physically injured, and notified authorities
• Police response: Officers attended the area promptly, but the vehicle had already left. Neighbourhood inquiries were completed and the area is being canvassed for surveillance and dashcam footage.
• Investigation status: The investigation is ongoing.

How the Crime Canada Community Can Help

RCMP are specifically asking for help from anyone who:

• Was in the area of Sunset Cove Lane and Ewart Hyde Road between 10:45 a.m. and 11:05 a.m. on July 9, 2026
• Observed an older white van matching the description above
• Has dashcam or surveillance video from the surrounding roads and properties during that time
• Recognizes the suspect tattoo description or the distinctive licence plate stickers

CrimeCanada.ca urgently asks our community to review any cameras, dashcams, or relevant information and share it with investigators immediately. Even minor details could be critical in identifying the suspects and vehicle involved in this attempted abduction.

Official RCMP Contact Information

If you have any information related to this incident, contact:

• Keswick RCMP Detachment: 506-575-1131

To provide information anonymously, you can contact:

• Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
• Submit a tip via the secure P3 Mobile App
• Send a secure web tip through www.crimenb.ca

Community members who are unsure how best to report non-emergency safety information can also review Crime Canada’s guidance on how to report a tip or suspicious activity.

Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, any attempt to abduct a child represents a serious threat to community safety in New Brunswick. While this child was able to escape unharmed, the behaviour described in this case—masked suspects, a suspicious vehicle, and attempts to lure a youth toward a van—warrants heightened vigilance from parents, guardians, and neighbours. Similar incidents across Canada underline the importance of teaching children how to respond if approached by strangers, including keeping distance from unknown vehicles, moving toward safe adults or populated areas, and seeking help immediately.

We encourage families to review safety plans with children, such as identifying trusted adults, practicing how to say “no” firmly, and knowing how to describe suspicious people or vehicles to police. Prompt reporting of unusual approaches, lingering vehicles near play areas, or individuals watching children can help law enforcement intervene early. By staying informed and sharing information quickly with police, residents of New Brunswick can play a vital role in preventing harm and strengthening safety in their communities.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the new-brunswick community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.