An incident in which two teenage girls were reportedly “forced into a car” was merely parents picking up their daughter after a party, police have said.
A member of the public told West Mercia Police they had seen the girls being taken into a Mercedes on Glebe Street in Wellington, Shropshire, on Sunday morning, and officers launched an urgent appeal for information.
The witness said the teenagers, who appeared to be about 17, were wearing black tops and black mini skirts and had been “pushed” into the car.
One of the girls’ parents later contacted police and said there had been a misunderstanding.
They had been collecting their daughter and her friend after they had gone out for the evening.
Detective Sergeant Craig Smith said: "This was a very concerning set of circumstances and we were very keen to ensure the safety of the two girls.
"One of the calls received was from the parent of one of the girls who confirmed that she and her husband were in the car.
"They had gone out to pick up their daughter from Glebe Street after receiving a call from the other girl to say their daughter had had too much to drink and needed to be taken home.
"We have been out to speak to the parents and both the girls and we are satisfied with their accounts and that they were not hurt or in danger in any way."
He added: "We believe the initial report was made in good faith and would like to thank the caller for their concern."
Additional reporting by Press Association
