CCTV imagery released in Southampton indecent exposure series investigation

Officers investigating a series of indecent exposures in the Riverside Park area of Southampton now have CCTV imagery to release to the public, as they continue their enquiries into the incidents.

​Last Thursday (2 May), we were called to three reports of a man indecently exposing himself to a woman in her 30s, a woman in her 40s and a 16-year-old girl between 4.20pm and 7pm. The incidents happened in the wooded area between St Marys Church and Monks Way and near to Mansbridge bridge.

As a result of our initial witness appeal, we have also had a fourth incident reported to us in which a man exposed himself to a 16-year-old girl at Swaythling train station on the same day, at around 6.30pm.

Officers attended and carried out a thorough search, which included specialist support from our dog unit and police helicopter.

We have remained in Riverside Park and the surrounding area every day since, at various times of the day and night. While we have been carrying out dedicated patrols, additional officers have been carrying out enquiries in order to identify and locate the person involved. These have included house to house and CCTV scoping, with officers reviewing hours of footage from nearby businesses, public transport services and residential properties.

As a result of this, we have obtained these CCTV images of a man, seen in the area at the time of the reports, who we would like to speak to in connection with these incidents. We do appreciate that these images are not very clear, however they are the best we have available at this time. Our CCTV scoping is continuing and we will update you if we get any further images. The man is described as:

• 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
• Later seen wearing a long blue dressing gown.

We’ve been following up all information reported to us and thank everyone who has provided us with information so far. We encourage people to continue reporting any information that may help our enquires, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem.

While no-one has reported any injuries as a result of this series, indecent exposure is a serious offence and we are investigating these incidents as a priority. If you have been the victim of anything similar, whether in this area or anywhere across Southampton, please call us on 101. If an offence is in progress or you fear for your safety always call 999.

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/