Detectives investigating reports a man used his phone to take photos up schoolgirls’ skirts have arrested a suspect.
It was reported a man followed a girl and tried to take photos from under her skirt while she was unaware in Augustine Gardens, Bestwood, at around 8.45am on Monday 18 March 2024. He reportedly walked away after a member of the public shouted out.
Police are currently linking this incident to a similar report of a man who took a photo up another schoolgirl’s skirt as she was walking along an alleyway, between Pennine Close and Sidlaw Rise in Arnold, at around 3.10 pm on Friday 15 March 2024.
After investigating officers carried out inquiries and issued an appeal for information from the public, a 32-year-old man was arrested this morning (Friday 22 March 2024) in connection with the incidents.
The suspect, who was arrested on suspicion of operating equipment beneath the clothing of another without consent, remains in custody.
Detective Inspector Simon Harrison, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “I’d like to thank members of the public who shared our appeal and who came forward with information following these concerning reports.
“I know that many people will have been incredibly worried after hearing about these incidents and I hope this arrest provides some reassurance.
“I also want to be clear that our inquiries and our vigilance doesn’t end with this arrest.
“A team of dedicated detectives are continuing to carry out a thorough investigation. This suspect is currently in police custody and will be questioned by detectives.
“Help from the public is clearly vital to our investigations and I would again urge anyone who has any information about this investigation to get in touch immediately.”
Anyone who has any information which could assist police with their investigation is urged to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 177 of 18 March 2024, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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