Essex Police has launched an appeal after reports of a man "following members of the public to harass them" in Southend and Shoebury.

Officers are investigating a series of incidents where a man has been reportedly "looking through people's windows, around people's driveways, and knocking on people's doors".

Police say this has reportedly occurred on multiple occasions starting back from October 4.

As part of this investigation, a 53-year-old man from Shoebury was arrested of stalking and harassment.

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He has been released on bail while enquiries continue.

Officers are now urging anyone who has information regarding incidents of this nature to come forward.

Det Con Matt Howarth said: “It is really important we hear from anyone else who believe they’ve been affected in connection with these reports.

“I would ask anyone who’s been harassed in these parts of our district to get in touch – we will listen to you and support you.”

Those with information are asked to contact Essex Police quoting 42/MR/32114/24.