PLATTE COUNTY, Mo. — Parents in the Park Hill School District have been told to keep an eye out for a man exposing himself to kids in the area.
The district sent out this safety message to parents on Thursday:
A Kansas City police spokeswoman said the man has approached kids at several locations.
41 Action News spoke to management at the Reserve at Barry apartment complex, where one of the incidents was reported. A manager there said he has been working with police since Wednesday to try to catch the man.
The complex is considering adding additional security and will have maintenance personnel patrol the area during bus pick up and drop off times.
"Thank god we have good people around us to keep their eyes out," Christina Gilpin, who has two daughters and lives in the complex, said.
The Reserve at Barry sent this email to all residents on Thursday morning:
Attention Valued Residents:
We have recently been made aware of a couple instances in and around the area regarding a man exposing himself inappropriately. Please be rest assured that we are working closely with KCPD to assist in the investigation but will also need your help. The police have described the suspect as:
Approximately 5'8"
Medium Build
Short blonde hair (possibly bald or buzz cut)
If you see this individual or suspicious activity in the area, we urge you to call 911 or the non-emergency police line at 816-234-5111 so that they may better assist you. If you have any additional questions, you may contact the leasing office at 816-741-6733. We appreciate your cooperation and patience during this time.
Sincerely,
The Reserve at Barry Team
While authorities search for the suspect, parents like Gilpin are telling their kids what to do if they run into him.
"I just told her to watch out, watch her surroundings and to make sure that if she sees anything inappropriate or anything out of the normal to let mommy know," Gilpin said.
