Police in Hampshire have launched a public appeal for information as they hunt for a man accused of filming a woman without her consent in the toilets of a busy shopping centre.
Incident at Westbury Mall
The alleged offence took place at Westbury Mall in Fareham, Hampshire, on Sunday 18 January. According to Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police, a woman reported being filmed in a toilet cubicle without her permission, prompting an immediate investigation.
CCTV Images Released
Officers have now released clear CCTV images of the suspect in a bid to identify him. The footage shows a man matching the description provided by the victim and witnesses, captured around the time of the incident.
Suspect Description
The individual is described as a white male, aged between 20 and 29 years old. He is approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall with a proportionate build and light brown hair. At the time of the alleged offence, he was wearing a distinctive black zip-up jacket featuring a white North Face logo, black joggers, and black shoes with white trim.
Police Appeal for Information
Detectives are urging anyone who recognises the man from the CCTV images or who witnessed any suspicious behaviour in the area to come forward immediately. They are particularly interested in speaking to anyone who may have been in or around Westbury Mall on that Sunday.
Officers have provided a specific incident reference number and are asking the public to quote 44260026846 when contacting them. Information can be reported by calling 101 or submitting details online through the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website.
Additional Evidence Sought
In addition to witness accounts, police are appealing for any potential video evidence that could assist their investigation. This includes:
- CCTV footage from nearby businesses or residential properties
- Dashcam recordings from vehicles in the vicinity
- Mobile phone footage captured by shoppers or passers-by
- Doorbell camera footage from homes in the surrounding area
Anonymous Reporting Options
For those who wish to provide information without revealing their identity, the independent charity Crimestoppers offers a completely anonymous reporting service. Tips can be submitted by calling 0800 555 111 or via the Crimestoppers website, where no personal details are taken and calls are not traced.
Police have emphasised that even small pieces of information could prove crucial to their investigation and have reassured the public that all reports will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
