A MAN exposed himself after approaching a girl close to a busy road in broad daylight.
The alleged incident was reported just after noon on Friday, May 5.
The suspect, a man in his mid-to-late 20s, is claimed to have approached a girl before speaking to her and indecently exposing himself.
Essex Police has launched an appeal for information following the incident.
An Essex Police spokesperson said: “We are appealing for information following an incident where it was reported a man indecently exposed himself in Colchester.
“It was reported to have happened in Canterbury Road at 12.40pm on May 5.
“[The suspect is] a man, described as white, chubby, aged between 25 and 30, with ‘dirty blonde’ hair and described as driving a black four-door hatchback.
“He approached a girl, engaged her in conversation before exposing himself.”
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Canterbury Road is between Mersea Road and Old Heath Road, close to St George’s Junior School.
Launching their appeal, Essex Police added: “If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us.
“Please quote the crime reference number 42/81844/23.”
Reports can be made online at essex.police.uk/digital101 or by calling 101.
Anonymous reports can be made by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111.
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