Police have launched an investigation after a van driver allegedly attempted to abduct two young boys in west London.
The boys, both 11, were reportedly approached by a man in a silver van at around 7.30pm on Saturday as they walked down a rural lane in Harefield.
They were near The Old Orchard pub on Park Lane when the incident took place.
Police are now scouring CCTV footage and both boys are helping in the investigation.
A Hillingdon police spokesperson said: “Hillingdon police are investigating an allegation of attempted abduction, which occurred on Saturday 24 September 2016 at approximately 7.30pm in Park Lane, Harefield, near to the Old Orchard Public House.
“The incident concerns two 11-year-old boys who were approached by the driver of a silver van.
“They continue to assist the police with this investigation.
“Extensive CCTV enquiries are being conducted.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact Hillingdon CID office on 0208 2461710 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111
