Police hunt man after two indecent exposure incidents in Harlow

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 08:57 · Archive

Essex Police are investigating two indecent exposure incidents at Barn Mead Playing Fields in Harlow and believe the same man is responsible for both offences.

The first incident occurred on 6 September at about 7.30pm on the cycle track at the bottom of the field, near the cut through to Hookfield. The second happened on 13 October at the same location.

The suspect is described as white, in his 20s to 30s, with a slight to medium build and short dark or dark brown hair. During the first incident he was wearing a green jumper and dark-coloured trousers. In the second incident, he was seen in dark-coloured jeans and a long black coat.

Police are appealing to the public for any information that might assist the investigation. They are asking anyone with knowledge of the incidents to provide CCTV footage, dashcam recordings or other video evidence.

People can submit reports online at the Essex Police website, quoting the crime reference number 42/164009/26. Alternatively, reports can be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers via their website or by calling 0800 555 111.

How it is being reported

• Detectives hunt man after two indecent exposure incidents at playing fieldEssex Police investigate two indecent exposure incidents at Barn Mead Playing Fields, Harlow, appealing for CCTV.Brentwood Guardian · 20 Oct, 08:45
• Detectives hunt man after two indecent exposure incidents at playing fieldEssex Police investigate two indecent exposure incidents at Barn Mead Playing Fields, Harlow, appealing for CCTV.Echo (Basildon) · 20 Oct, 08:45
• Detectives hunt man after two indecent exposure incidents at playing fieldEssex Police investigate two indecent exposure incidents at Barn Mead Playing Fields, Harlow, appealing for CCTV.Colchester Gazette · 20 Oct, 08:37

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