Girl, 12, grabbed and flashed at by man in red hoodie in woods
Police have launched an urgent hunt for a man who grabbed and flashed a 12-year-old girl in the woods.
Devon and Cornwall Police said they are investigating a report a man grabbed and exposed himself to a young girl in Chapel Hill woods, Torquay around 4pm yesterday.
The girl was able to run away and is now being supported by specialist officers.
The suspect is described as a white male aged in his 30s, around 6ft in height and with stubble. He was wearing a red hooded top, dark-blue jeans and a light-blue denim jacket.
Detective Inspector Jennifer Rose said: ‘We understand this is a rare but concerning incident and we have significant resources working on a thorough investigation.
‘Residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area while our enquiries continue.
‘We are urging anyone with information – or who may have seen a man matching the description of the suspect in the area – to contact us.’
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