Police are hunting for a man after two cases of indecent exposure in York.
Both happened yesterday (Tuesday) within half an hour of each other.
The first incident happened in Emerald Street in the Groves at around 6.35pm.
A woman saw a man exposing his bottom in an alleyway leading to Amber Court and he made inappropriate comments towards her.
A similar incident was reported in Scarborough Terrace, Bootham at around 7.05pm.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “A man on a bike cycled past a woman exposing his bottom and spanking himself. He was heading in the direction of Burton Stone Lane.”
The suspect is described as
- white
- aged about 40
- of large build
- and wearing a dark top and baggy trousers.
Police are appealing for anyone who has experienced a similar incident, who saw the suspect or who has any other information to get in touch.
If you can help police, you can contact them on the numbers below.
How to help the police
- Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Eleanor Stevens
- Email Eleanor Stevens here
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the website
- Quote reference number 12240207325