Parents have been warned to be extra vigilant following an attempted abduction in Malahide recently.
According to Dublin Live, the alleged abduction attempt occurred in Malahide Village, when a youngster who was waiting on lift at a nearby Tennis club was suspiciously approached.
Following the incident the Tennis club sent an email informing parents to be extra vigilant and they should advise their to wait inside the gates of the club so they can be collected safely.
It is believed the alleged abduction attempt took place a mere few yards from the local Garda Station.
Gardaí say they are currently investigating the incident.