School Safety Reminder 

August 19, 2026 – Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office officials report that on Tuesday they received a report of suspicious circumstances involving a man in a white vehicle who reportedly offered a ride to a student waiting at a bus stop.

With limited information available, including the vehicle type and direction of travel. We are unsure of the context or the intentions of the contact, however, deputies canvassed the surrounding area and contacted nearby residents to determine whether security cameras, Ring cameras, or other video systems may have captured anything that could assist with the investigation.

As students return to school, we want to remind parents, guardians, and students about the importance of staying alert and making safe choices while walking to and from school or waiting at a bus stop.

Students should never accept a ride from someone they do not know, approach an unfamiliar vehicle, or engage with anyone who makes them feel uncomfortable. If someone approaches you, offers you a ride, or behaves suspiciously, move to a safe location and immediately tell a trusted adult, school staff member, or law enforcement.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to talk with their children about these situations and remind them that they should never be afraid to speak up or report something that doesn't feel right.

With school back in session, the Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office has increased patrols around schools and school zones throughout the county.

Stay alert. Stay safe. If you see something suspicious, report it.

Source: Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office