UPDATE: Harrison Child Abduction Attempt Deemed A Hoax

UPDATE: Harrison Police looked into a reported child abduction attempt on Campbell Road.

Photo provided.

Update published at 11:27 a.m.:

A child abduction attempt in Harrison was an apparent hoax.

An 11-year-old boy reported last week that two men drove up to him on Campbell Road after he had been dropped off by the school bus and offered him candy if he got into their car.

Harrison Police provided an update on Tuesday, saying the report was investigated and determined to be a hoax perpetrated by two high school students. The teens had posted the video of the encounter to SnapChat, according to police.

The students do not attend Harrison High School.

It is unclear if the teens, who are minors, will face any sort of criminal charges.

 

Original story published at 7:09 a.m.:

(Harrison, Oh.) - Harrison Police are investigating a report of a possible child abduction attempt.

An 11-year-old boy says two men tried to lure him into their vehicle as he was walking home just after being dropped off by the school bus Thursday, January 10, reports Fox 19.

Two men in the vehicle reportedly offered the boy candy and were recording video on a cellphone. The boy ran home for help.

A neighbor’s security camera captured part of the encounter. The video has been circulating on social media in hopes of generating leads. The vehicle could be red Ford Fusion, but investigators are not sure.

Call Harrison Police at (513) 367-3715 if you have information that can help identify the men.

More from Local News


Events

Rising Sun HS Students Make Lasting Impact by Cleaning Ohio Riverbank

The RSHS Science Club has been cleaning up by the river for around 10 years.

Fall Rummage Sale Raises Funds for P.A.W.S.

The three-day event runs Friday through Sunday at the Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds.

INDOT, ISP: Move Over and Slow Down for Vehicles with Flashing Lights

Saturday, October 18 is National Move Over Day.

North Decatur Wins MIFC, Top Performers from Week 8 Announced

The regular season concludes on Friday night.

Local Sports Report - October 15, 2025

Results from Boys Soccer Regional Semifinals.

Local Sports Report - October 14, 2025

The IHSAA Volleyball State Tournament started on Tuesday.

On Air

Rick Bernius playing
Tim McGraw - Something Like That

Fox News Fox News National Newscast 16:59
Cole Swindell Single Saturday Night 16:56
Kathy Mattea Walking Away A Winner 16:53
Keith Whitley I'm Over You 16:47