From the article below, “The real stranger danger doesn’t come from would-be kidnappers. It comes from people who think they’re doing good.” My absolute policy going forward in life is to only call the police if there is no other option.

https://www.thestar.com/life/2016/09/13/if-you-leave-your-kids-alone-its-not-predatory-strangers-who-are-a-risk.html