Police are investigating a suspicious incident that took place at Exhibition Fields in Exeter on Thursday, February 27, and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Incident Details
Officers were called to the park between Exhibition Way and Beacon Heath at approximately 2:45 pm after reports that a man approached a mother pushing her children in a pram and assaulted her before leaving the scene.
Police are particularly keen to hear from anyone who saw suspicious activity in the area between 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm that day.
Police Reassure Public
Detective Inspector Dave Ireland acknowledged that incidents like these can cause concern but emphasized that they are rare:
A man in his 30s from Exeter has been arrested in connection with the incident and has been released on bail pending further enquiries.
How to Help
Anyone with information or footage is urged to contact police via:
Call 101, quoting reference number 50250050710
Report online via the Devon & Cornwall Police website
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Alternatively, information can be given anonymously through Crimestoppers:
0800 555 111
