Witness appeal after suspicious incident in Havant

We are appealing for witnesses and to identify a man we would like to speak to after a suspicious incident in Havant yesterday afternoon.

We received reports that at around 4:30pm yesterday afternoon (Thursday 3 October), an 11 year-old girl was walking along Barncroft Way when she was approached by a man who made an inappropriate gesture and asked her if she wanted to touch him. He is not reported to have exposed himself and no contact was made. The girl left the area after the interaction and was not harmed.

The man has been described as being:

• White
• Aged in his 20s
• Slim build
• Blonde hair
• Wearing a white top with orange overalls

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 44240429923, 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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