Appeal for information following indecent exposure reports in Riverside Park, Southampton

You will see an increased police presence in the Riverside Park area of Southampton today following three reports of indecent exposure in the area yesterday evening (Thursday 2 May).

We were called to two reports between 4.20pm and 4.45pm of a man indecently exposing himself to a woman in her 30s and a 16-year-old girl.

At approximately 4.15pm, the woman in her 30s was walking in the direction of Mansbridge bridge when she was approached by a man who indecently exposed himself.

Between 4.30pm and 4.45pm, it was reported that a man had approached a 16-year-old girl in the wooded area between St Marys Church and Monks Way and indecently exposed himself. He attempted to speak to the victim but she walked away and managed to leave the area.

We then received a third report shortly before 7pm that a woman in her 40s had been approached by a man indecently exposing himself. He then attempted to follow her before running away.

Officers attended Riverside Park to conduct an area search and will remain in the area today and into the evening carrying out enquiries and patrolling.

As we carry out enquiries we would like to hear from anyone with any information that may assist our investigation. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who recognises the below description of a man, who was seen in the area at the time:

• White
• At least 6ft tall
• Aged between his late teens and mid 20s
• Of slim build
• Wearing a black/dark hoodie and a black balaclava
• Could also have been seen wearing a long blue dressing gown.

Did you see anyone matching this description in the area yesterday evening? Did you see anything suspicious in the Riverside Park area, particularly between 4pm and 8pm?

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting 44240183999/Op Tiree. Alternatively, go online and submit information via https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/

Please come and speak to patrolling officers in the area today if you have any questions or concerns.