Man exposed himself in Eastbourne park

Officers were called to Shinewater Park around 2pm on Sunday (July 12) after a young man was seen exposing his genitals.

Police say that when confronted by a woman in the park, the man covered up and moved back into some bushes.

Officers attended the scene but were unable to find the suspect.

He is white, in his teens and was dressed all in dark clothing with his hood up.

A police spokesperson said, “There were a lot of people in park at the time, and officers are keen to hear from anyone who saw the man, or who witnessed any suspicious behaviour in the area.

“Anyone with information should contact police online or by calling 101 quoting serial 811 of 12/07.”

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