This creepy, unmarked school bus was seen prowling East Alton, trying to pick up kids. Police are investigating.

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EAST ALTON — The East Alton Police Department is currently investigating an incident that occurred Thursday, according to a more recent report, in which a yellow school bus, with no school markings, came to a stop in a neighborhood where children load the bus for school.

Police say the door on the bus was opened to allow children to enter, but none did. The incident occurred in the morning, as children there were hoping on legitimate buses headed for school.

Police, as of Saturday, had not been able to figure out who owns the bus or any further information regarding the report.

“This notice is given to allow parents to have a conversation with their children about the importance of entering the correct school bus,” a press release issued Saturday said.

The Wood River Police Department also has been looking into the situation.

Extra patrols will be given to assist EAPD in identifying the driver of the bus and to ensure the safety of our children while the go to and from school.

Anyone who has information to assist with this suspicious activity, is asked to contact the East Alton Police Department, 618-259-6212, or any other local law enforcement.