POLICE in York are investigating after an 'upskirting' incident.
North Yorkshire Police say it happened on the pedestrian crossing on the junction of Foss Island Road and Layerthorpe, heading towards the city centre, between midday and 1pm on Saturday (September 25).
A police spokesman said: "It involved a man in his late 20s to early 30s who allegedly used his mobile phone to take photos underneath a young woman’s skirt. This is an offence known as upskirting.
"The area was busy as the time of the incident and we are urging possible witnesses to come forward.
"If you can help the investigation, please contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Claire Viney. You can also email claire.viney@northyorkshire.police.uk.
"If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or make a report via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
"Please quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12210209477 when providing details."
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