Man, 31, to appear in court after allegedly approaching children

A man has been charged in connection with reports of children being approached in Grangemouth. 

The incidents occurred on Saturday, September 17 after a 15-year-old girl and another group of youngsters were allegedly targeted.

Police have since arrested and charged a 31-year-old man over the incidents.

He is expected to appear at Falkirk Sheriff Court on Friday, October 7.

Sergeant Iain Duncan said: “Incidents like this can naturally be concerning for the local community and I’d like to thank the public for their assistance with our enquiries.”

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