Ventura County Sheriff's Department

Today at about 9:00 am, an elementary school student reported to police that he was on a sidewalk in North Fillmore. Note: It is a late-school day. He stated that an unknown male in his 20's approached him and tried restraining him. The student states that he broke free and ran inside of a house. He called 911. The student reports that the adult male fled on foot.

The youth describes the male suspect as unknown race, tall, 20-ish , dark hair.

We have Detectives interviewing neighbors and deputies canvassing the area.

The schools have been notified.

There are no other witnesses. No known suspects etc... No persons injured.

The School District is working with the police to notify all parents in the City via the School District automated parent notification-telephone system and fliers.

Any tips call 805-524-2233.

Capt. Tim Hagel