COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA - Police say a 3-year-old boy was inside a car that was stolen in Council Bluffs Wednesday morning.

The child was left in a running vehicle at the Casey's store at 23rd and South Expressway.

Council Bluffs Police say a man stole the vehicle and left the store.

It is not clear if the man knew the child was there.

The vehicle was left abandoned only a few blocks away from the store with the child still inside.

Police say the child appears to be unharmed.

Photos of possible suspects have been released by authorities. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Council Bluffs Police Department.