A MAN sexually assaulted a 16-year-old girl then exposed himself in front of her and her friend early on Saturday evening.

They were walking on Durham Road in Stockton, near to the Tesco store when he approached them.

He was aged in his late 30s to early 40s, 6ft tall and of a medium build. He was wearing a dark coloured jacket, tracksuit bottoms and beanie hat.

Witnesses should call Cleveland Police on 01642-302226, or Crimestoppers on 0800-555111.