Kent Police have arrested a 39-year-old man in connection with a series of indecent exposure incidents reported in Hythe.

The investigation began on Thursday, 11 January 2024, when authorities were alerted to allegations of indecent exposure involving a man who had reportedly exposed himself to two women on Marine Parade.

Subsequent reports on Friday, 12 January indicated that the same individual had approached a woman on Ladies’ Walk in Hythe, engaging in inappropriate behaviour after initiating a conversation. Later that day, another call was received, describing a man loitering in Ladies’ Walk before indecently exposing himself to a woman walking in the area.

In response to these incidents, Kent Police increased patrols in the Hythe area and initiated inquiries into the matter.

On Thursday, 18 January, patrols were called to Princes Parade after a woman reported an incident where a man had indecently exposed himself while she was out running. Police acted swiftly, detaining a 39-year-old man nearby.

The suspect was subsequently arrested on suspicion of indecent exposure and additionally for possession of a class B drug. He was taken into custody and has been conditionally bailed as the investigation continues.

Kent Police urge anyone with information related to these incidents, who has not yet come forward, to do so. You can contact them at 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/ZY/10475/24. Alternatively, you may choose to remain anonymous by contacting Crimestoppers at 0800 555111 or by completing their online form.