MACOMB COUNTY - Eastpointe Community Schools confirmed an unknown man approached students on the playground during recess Thursday afternoon at Crescentwood Elementary School. Warren Police arrested the man shortly after the incident in the area of the school.

Warren Police responded to the scene because part of the school falls within the Warren city limits. The department has not released additional information but confirmed the investigation remains active and open.

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A 4th grade student at the school, Brentlee, tells 7 News Detroit that he was at recess when he saw the man.

 My three friends like backing up and he's going forward,  Brentlee said.

WXYZ Brentlee, 4th Grade student at Crescentwood Elementary School

 I was crying so bad,  Brentlee said.

The Eastpointe School District released a statement about the incident:

 Earlier today, staff and students at Crescentwood Elementary School responded quickly and effectively to a potential safety concern. During recess, an unknown individual approached children on the playground. The students immediately reported the stranger to the teachers who were monitoring recess. School staff acted swiftly to bring all students inside the building and secure the perimeter, ensuring everyone's safety.

Local law enforcement was notified immediately, and police took the individual into custody shortly after the incident.

The physical and emotional safety of our students remains our highest priority. We commend our students for following safety protocols by notifying adults right away, and we extend our sincere gratitude to the staff at Crescentwood Elementary and local law enforcement for their swift, dedicated response. 

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Unknown man arrested after approaching students at Crescentwood Elementary during recess

Parents received an alert shortly after the incident. Lee Walters, whose son Brentlee attends the school, said he was alarmed by the news.

 I was very scared, it was close to home,  Walters said.

Walters said he wants more information about the arrest.

WXYZ Lee Walters

 I wanna know. I mean it co

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