‘Obscene’: Police investigate lewd act in Melbourne’s north-east

Police are investigating a “wilful and obscene” exposure which occurred in Templestowe Lower in February.

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Police have been told a man exposed himself to a child while running around Hodgson Reserve at 3pm on Saturday, February 8, before fleeing the scene towards Janet Street.

An image has been released of a man who may be able to assist police with their enquiries, who is perceived to be Caucasian, approximately 180 centimetres tall, early 20’s with a thin build and brown hair.

“That’s a pretty good shot of him really,” 3AW Breakfast host Ross Stevenson said.

Box Hill Sexual Offences and Child Abuse Investigation Team detectives are investigating the lewd act.

Anyone who has any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

Image: Victoria Police