AN IRVINE man was arrested on a child endangerment charge in Huntington Beach (Shutterstock).

An Irvine man was arrested today (Thursday) by Huntington Beach police on a felony child endangerment charge involving an elementary school student.

According to Jessica Cuchilla, Huntington Beach public affairs officer, Ivan Mendoza, 21, was arrested in connection with a “suspicious incident” involving children on Tuesday near Newland Elementary School.

Police responded to reports of a man driving through a neighborhood near the school and “engaging in suspicious behavior.”

Based on information from the community and evidence gathered by detectives, Mendoza was arrested.

Detectives would like to get additional information regarding this incident. Anyone who might have witnessed the incident or who has relevant video footage is encouraged to contact Detective Millar at (714) 536-5961.