A Lynbrook student was approached by a suspicious man while walking home from school Wednesday, according to Lynbrook police.

Police say the student was walking home when an unknown man repeatedly called out to her and asked her to come over to his vehicle.

The student did not approach the vehicle.

Lynbrook police are now warning parents about the incident and reminding families to discuss safety with their children.

Police released a photo of the vehicle they are attempting to identify.

The incident occurred in the area of Merrick Road and Lynbrook Avenue at approximately 3:10 p.m. Wednesday.

According to police, the student was asked multiple times to come over to the vehicle but did not approach it. She immediately contacted her parents to report what had happened.

The suspect is described as a white man between 50 and 70 years old with gray or white hair.

Lynbrook police are encouraging parents to talk with their children about safety precautions.

Police say children should never approach an unfamiliar vehicle, should remain alert, and should report suspicious encounters immediately.