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Investigation Closed After Reports Of Driver Approaching Child

Isle of Wight police have closed an investigation launched last week after reports of a person approaching a child they didn't know in Newport.

Officers have investigated the incident, including reviewing CCTV covering the area and have spoken to the child involved.

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A spokesperson for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary said:

"Following the most recent information obtained by police, we are satisfied that this incident is not as was initially reported and there is no wider risk to the community associated with this incident.

"We continue to encourage anyone who witnesses suspicious behaviour to report this to police on 101. Dial 999 if a crime is in progress or someone is in danger."

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