Appeal after indecent exposure incident in Havant

We’re investigating an indecent exposure incident that happened in Havant last weekend and are releasing a description of a man we’d like to speak to as part of enquiries.

We received reports that between 12:30pm and 1:00pm on Sunday 18 February, a man approached two girls aged 12 and 13 on Purbrook Way and exposed himself.

He spoke briefly to the girls and no contact was made. The girls ran to a nearby relative’s house and were not hurt.

The man has been described as being:

• White
• Aged in his late 20s
• Slim build
• Short hair in a buzz cut style
• Wearing a black jacket with yellow stripes on it and black trousers

Enquiries are ongoing in order to identify the man involved and officers will be in the area carrying out proactive patrols. If anyone has any concerns please talk to one of our officers.

If you were in the area and saw a man of this description acting suspiciously, or if you have any information that could help us with our investigation, please contact us on 101 quoting 44240071839, or go online to report via How to tell us about an existing case or report | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or visit their website, below.

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