Mounties say they have now identified the man who allegedly asked a youth to perform sexual acts behind a Hampton school.

Police said the incident occurred on Elizabeth Avenue between 4:40 and 4:50 p.m. on Monday.

An individual allegedly approached a youth and requested they perform sexual acts in exchange for money.

The youth refused and ran into the school, while the suspect ran off toward Main Street.

RCMP thank the public for their help in the investigation.

-with files from Caitlin Snow