A MAN was seen performing an ‘indecent act’ in a parked car in Bournemouth.

It was reported at around 8.15am on Monday, March 4, a man was seen in a black Ford Focus estate parked in Beswick Avenue.

He was allegedly exposing himself and performing an indecent act.

Following enquiries, a 38-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure.

He has been released on police bail as further investigative work is carried out.

Police Constable Tom Skinner, of Bournemouth police, said: “We are continuing to investigate this incident and from our enquiries we understand there are likely to have been a number of people in the area around the relevant time.

“I would urge anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity, or who has any information that might assist our investigation, to please come forward.”

Anyone with information can contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240034174.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.