A man from Lambeth has been arrested after a man is reported to have been seen masturbating in the woods in Epsom.

At around 7pm on April 28 the suspect was seen masturbating near a bench in the Wonersh Way farm, Epsom.

A 40-year-old man from Lambeth was arrested on suspicion of outraging public decency.

Police are now appealing for witnesses to the incident and say that there would have been a number of dog walkers and passers-by in the area that could help with police inquiries.

If you can assist officers, contact them quoting crime reference number PR/45230046489.

A spokesperson for Surrey Police said: “Can you help?

“We're appealing for witnesses after a man was seen sexually exposing himself in Warren Farm, Epsom on Friday, 28 April.

“At around 7pm the suspect was seen masturbating near a park bench in the Wonersh Way farm.

“A 40-year-old man from Lambeth, London has been arrested on suspicion of outraging public decency.

“There would have been a number of dog walkers and passers-by in the area at the time and we would like to know if they might have any information that could help us with our enquiries.

“If so, please contact us quoting crime reference number PR/45230046489 via DM Surrey Police.”