MOUNT PLEASANT, Texas - The Mount Pleasant Police Department is addressing rumors circulating on social media regarding a reported attempted abduction near a Walmart parking lot over the weekend, stating the claims are not supported by evidence.
According to police, officers initially responded after a group of juveniles reported that an individual had been watching them in the Walmart parking lot. Investigators said there was no attempt to approach or physically contact the group, and no words were exchanged.
Officers later attempted to review surveillance footage from Walmart, but the store had already closed. A second call was received involving suspicious individuals at a nearby restaurant, believed to be connected to the earlier report. Officers responded and located the vehicle in question, which was occupied by individuals waiting in a designated parking space for online food orders.
The following morning, officers reviewed Walmart surveillance footage and determined the events did not match what had been shared online. Police said video showed the group of juveniles arriving at the location, but no suspect matching the original description was seen approaching or interacting with them.
Investigators also confirmed that while a vehicle matching the description provided was present, it was only observed parking in a stall next to another vehicle. Police said the driver did not match the suspect description and was never near the group, either inside or outside the store.
The department emphasized that officers thoroughly investigated the situation and found no evidence of an attempted abduction.
Police are urging the public to rely on verified information and noted that while all reports are taken seriously, not all initial claims are substantiated after investigation.
The Mount Pleasant Police Department said it remains committed to protecting the community and responding to all calls for service.
