Man exposes himself to elderly woman in South Wiltshire village

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 06:05

Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a man indecently exposed himself to a vulnerable woman in Ludwell, near Shaftesbury.

In a statement, a spokesperson said, "On September 2 at around 12.15pm, a woman in her 80s was walking her dog on Charlton Lane when she was approached by a man with a black bicycle who then exposed his genitals.

"The man is described as a white male, aged between 17 and 20 years-old with short dark hair. He had a slim to medium build and was around 5'8" tall.

"The man was wearing blue jeans with a lighter blue collared shirt.

"If you saw anything suspicious, or have information that could help with our enquiries please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 54240103944.

"You can also provide information through our website: Report a crime | Wiltshire Police"

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