A HARTLEPOOL man is alleged to have indecently exposed himself to a 47-year-old woman in a play area.

The man pulled down his shorts at the corner of Colenso Street and Colwyn Street, which is directly opposite a Burn Valley children’s play area.

The incident happened at around 8pm on Sunday. The man is described as white, aged between 15 and 17-years-old, slim build, 5ft 4ins tall, with light brown short hair.

He was wearing trainers, red shorts and a blue football top with the name Torres and a number nine in white lettering on the back of the shirt.

Witnesses should call PC Winifred Hind, on 01642-302126 or Crimestoppers on 0800-555111.