A MAN has been arrested after allegedly exposing himself in a busy park.

Officers made the arrest after receiving reports a man had exposed himself in Belfairs Woods, Leigh.

The incident occurred just after 6.30pm on Friday.

The suspect, a 54-year-old man from Leigh, has been released on bail until August.

Officers investigating the incident have urged anyone with information or footage to come forward.

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An Essex Police spokesperson said: “A man has been arrested in connection with an incident where it was reported a man exposed himself in Belfairs Woods, Leigh.

“It was reported to have happened at around 6.35pm on Thursday, May 18 when a man walking a dog allegedly exposed himself to three people.

“A 54-year-old man from Leigh has been arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure.

“He has since been released on bail until 9 August.”

Launching their appeal for information, they added: “If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us.”

Reports can be made online at essex.police.uk/digital101 or by calling 101 quoting crime reference number 42/89528/23.

Anonymous reports can be made by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111.