A man exposed himself to two York girls on a city cycle path.
The incident happened at about 3.30pm on Saturday (February 11) on the cycle path behind James Street that runs parallel with Tang Hall Beck.
The man exposed himself and then carried out a lewd act in front of the two girls, both aged 15.
Officers have issued this description of the perpetrator.
Have you seen him?
The suspect is…
| white | |
| pale | |
| in his late 20s or early 30s | |
| about 5ft 7in tall | |
| of chubby/rotund build |
He was wearing
| his hood up which covered most of his head and eyes | |
| baggy black ‘builder/workman’ style trousers | |
| black rigger boots |
Police are appealing for witnesses, and one specific man in particular.
He was approached by the two girls shortly after the incident on the cycle track. This witness is described as
- white
- with a bald head
- wearing a black waist length coat with the buttons fastened up
- and jeans,
- and carrying a drink and phone.
Police would like to speak to him as an important witness, even if he did not actually see the act take place.
Anyone with information should contact police – details below.
How to help the police
| Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Oliver Lewis | |
| Or call Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 |
| Email Oliver Lewis here | |
| Quote reference number 12170024145 |