Key Facts
• July 17, 10:51 PM: Police released details of a suspicious incident.
• Incident occurred on July 17, 3:50 PM, in Sapporo’s Nishi Ward.
• Location: Sidewalk near Hassamu 11-jo 3-chome.
• A child was approached by an unknown man asking, “Want to come to my house?”
• Suspect description: Male, 60s, 165-170 cm tall, medium build, short black and gray hair.
• Clothing: Black T-shirt, white long pants.
• Police advise seeking safety and reporting suspicious individuals immediately.
• Source: Hokkaido Police’s “Hokutokun Crime Prevention Mail.”
• Official website for updates: http://www.mmg.police.pref.hokkaido.lg.jp.
Summary
On July 17, 2025, Sapporo’s Nishi Police Station reported a suspicious incident involving a child approached by an unknown man near Hassamu 11-jo 3-chome. The man, described as being in his 60s, medium build, and wearing a black T-shirt with white pants, asked the child to visit his house. Authorities urge residents to remain vigilant, seek safety if approached by suspicious individuals, and report incidents to the police. For further updates, visit the Hokkaido Police’s official website.
