Appeal following indecent exposure near bandstand in Bedford Park

Police are appealing for information after an incident of indecent exposure at a Bedford park.

The incident happened close to the bandstand in Bedford Park, located near Park Avenue just before 11.30am last Thursday (16 February).

The suspect, who was initially hidden in bushes, is described as white, six feet tall, skinny and with short dark hair.

He was wearing grey Adidas jogging bottoms with white stripes down the side, and a black hooded top.

PC Alex Brown from Bedfordshire Police, investigating, said: “This is clearly concerning behaviour which I am sure will [have] caused considerable distress for those in the park at this time.

“We are determined to root out this kind of abuse and ensure people can feel safe in our public spaces across Bedfordshire.

“If you think you know who this might be or have any other information which can help our enquiries, please get in touch.”

Anyone with any information is asked to report it via beds.police.uk/ro/report or by calling 101. Please quote reference 40/8840/23.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously via 0800 555 111 or crimestoppers-uk.org

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