Halifax police are looking for a man in his 50s after he allegedly offered a young boy a ride in his car.

A 10-year-old boy was walking home on Federal Avenue at about 9:30 p.m. on Friday when he was offered a ride home by a man who pulled up next to him.

Police say the man was driving a white or grey four-door vehicle. He is described as being about 50 years old, with grey or white hair and a full beard.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police.