Harbour Grace RCMP are investigating two separate reports of a suspicious man offering rides to young people in Victoria and Carbonear on Monday.

Shortly before 2:30 p.m., RCMP received a report that a young girl, who was walking along Forest Road in Carbonear, was approached by a man in a grey van who persistently offered her a ride. The girl declined the offer and later reported the incident to an adult.

The man is described as being Caucasian and in his 30s or 40s.

Later that day, around 5 p.m., a similar situation unfolded in Victoria, this time involving a boy who was walking along Old Track Road.

According to the RCMP, extensive patrols were conducted but neither the driver nor the vehicle was located.

They are encouraging parents to talk with their kids about what to do in similar situations.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the RMCP or Crime Stoppers.