POLICE have stepped up patrols in a Bradford neighbourhood following reports of children being approached in suspicious circumstances by unknown men.

The incidents, involving school-aged children, have occurred in the Killinghall Road area of Bradford Moor over the last week.

Police have urged people, especially parents, to be vigilant.

Detective Inspector Ryan Bragg, of Bradford District CID, said: "Inquiries into these incidents are at an early stage, but I would ask for people to keep these incidents in mind and report any suspicious activity to police on 101."