Gardaí in Co Cavan have begun an investigation following the attempted abduction of a child on Monday.
According to The Northern Sound, Gardai were alerted to the incident after a young boy was suspiciously approached in the Dung area of Cootehill, at approximatley 1pm on afternoon.
It is believed that the incident has now led to a number of posts being shared on social media warning parents to be alert.
Meanwhile Gardaí say they have been made aware of the incident and an investigation is currently ongoing.