Paul Frost, 55, was caught on CCTV masturbating with body oil and following a young woman inside a Boots store on Market Place, Great Yarmouth, on December 5.
Police were called after store security observed his behaviour and considered him a risk to women and the public.
Following a trial at Norwich Magistrates’ Court, Frost was found guilty of outraging public decency.
What Happened
Footage showed Frost opening a bottle of body oil, putting his hands down his trousers, and following a young woman while secretly looking at her. Security guard Christopher Jervis described the actions as “wrong and disgusting” and alerted police.
Police Appeal and Arrest
PC Jamie Land said Frost appeared “fixated” on the woman, touching himself as he followed her around the busy store.
After reviewing CCTV, police arrested Frost at Great Yarmouth railway station. The officer noted the man posed a potential risk to lone females and the wider public.
Court Proceedings
During the trial, Frost denied masturbating, claiming he suffered severe genital irritation from an infection and used body oil to relieve the itch.
He said he was not following anyone and felt desperate. The prosecution dismissed this explanation, stating the symptoms suggested otherwise.
Outcome and Next Steps
Frost was found guilty of outraging public decency and will be sentenced on May 20, when the court will also consider an application for a Sexual Harm Prevention Order. A second claim that he masturbated on Yarmouth beach was dismissed during the proceedings.
