A POLICE investigation has been launched after a man was spotted outside a Bournemouth primary school offering ice lollies to children.

Officers were called to Hill View Primary in Hill View Road, Ensbury Park just after 4.30pm on Thursday.

Amanda Jones, head teacher, said: “We can confirm that a man was spotted outside the school yesterday offering ice lollies to children.

“The individual was quickly recognised and his actions discussed with him.

“The Police have been involved. We are assured that there was, and is, no risk to any of the pupils from this man.”