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Police appeal after man exposes himself in Harrogate

Police are appealing for witnesses and information.

Police are appealing for information about an exposure incident in the Harrogate area last week.

It happened between Woodfield Road and Nidderdale Greenway on Monday 19th May.

Between 4.30pm and 5pm, on the pathway between Woodfield Road and Dene Park leading towards the Nidderdale Greenway, a male suspect exposed himself.

The incident was witnessed by a woman passing on a bicycle. 

The suspect then left the area on an e-scooter heading towards the Nidderdale Greenway.

The cyclist was said to be “shocked” by what they had seen and reported the incident to the police.

The suspect is described as a young man, possibly aged between 16 and 25, with white pale skin and slim build.

He was wearing a dark jacket and lighter coloured trousers and had a dark-coloured e-scooter.

A police spokesperson said:

“At this time, the suspect has not been identified. CCTV enquiries are ongoing and reassurance patrols are continuing in the area. 

“We are appealing for information about potential sightings or CCTV footage of the suspect in the areas of Woodfield, Dene Park and Grove Park on Monday 19 May 2025 between 4pm and 6pm.

“Please email Gary.Calam@northyorkshire.police.uk or call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for Gary Calam.

“You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their website.”

Please quote reference number 12250089671 when passing on information.

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