Student says she was followed by suspicious man in a white van, West Allis Police investigating

WEST ALLIS, Wis. (CBS 58) -- West Allis Police are investigating after a Wilson Elementary School student said she was followed by a suspicious man in a white van. 

According to a letter to parents and staff by the superintendent of the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District, the student said she was approached by a man driving a large, white Ford passenger van. The van had tinted windows and a passenger side window covered with a black plastic bag. 

The student said she ran away after the van pulled up and the driver got out of the van, motioning for her to come over to him. She claimed the van followed her until she reached a crossing guard at 87th and Lapham. The student got to school safely and immediately told her teacher about the incident. 

The driver is said to be a tall, thin, white man between 40-50 years old with graying hair. He was said to be wearing a black jacket and a hood with dark colored pants. 

The school district says police were called and they are investigating the incident. Anyone with information is asked to call the West Allis Police Department.