DOGTOWN, Mo. — A disturbing report circulating in the St. Louis area has prompted renewed concerns about women’s safety in the Dogtown neighborhood.

According to a report shared online on August 25, a follower submitted a video allegedly showing a man driving around the Dogtown neighborhood in a burgundy Mazda 3 and approaching women while reportedly exposing himself.

The report stated that the man was approaching women under the pretense of asking for directions while his pants were down and that he appeared to be touching himself inside the vehicle.

The video reportedly shows another individual confronting the man.

Police were reportedly called to the scene.

NO CHARGES REPORTEDLY FILED

Officers explained that they could not pursue charges because the video did not clearly show the man’s private area exposed.

WOMEN ENCOURAGED TO REMAIN AWARE

The report specifically urged women in the Dogtown area to remain alert and pay attention to their surroundings.

If someone approaches you and makes you feel unsafe:

1) Create distance when possible.

2) Move toward a populated or secure location.

3) Document information safely if you can.

4) Note identifying details such as a vehicle description.

5) Contact police if you believe a crime has occurred or you are in immediate danger.

The vehicle described in the report was a burgundy Mazda 3.

SAFETY STARTS WITH AWARENESS

You don’t have to ignore something simply because you aren’t sure what is happening.

Trust your instincts.

Pay attention.

Stay aware.

Speak up.

Every woman deserves to feel safe in her own community.