Police hunt for ‘Mediterranean’ looking flasher

police are hunting a ‘Mediterranean’ looking pervert after another indecent exposure incident in Mid Calder.

a 51-year-old woman was approached by the man on a bike on Wednesday, august 17, at around 10.45am

He asked her for directions and while assisting him she became aware that he had exposed himself.

the man, described as white, in his mid-twenties, of slim build with a Mediterranean appearance, remained in the area for a short time afterwards despite having been given directions.

officers say he has short dark brown wavy hair, was wearing a green top, orange/brown shorts and thin-framed glasses and spoke with a spanish or Italian accent.

Detective Constable Iain Duncan said:“this is the third reported incident of sexual exposure in the last week.

“police scotland treats incidents of indecency with the utmost seriousness.

“While the victims have not been harmed, they have been caused considerable distress.

“the identity of this man is urgently sought and members of the public are asked to report any information regarding these crimes to us immediately.”

there have been two previous incidents in the Livingston and Mid Calder area in the last two weeks.

the first occurred in the early morning of thursday, august 11, on the B8046 when a 28-year-old woman was approached while walking her dog.

a second incident happened at 4pm on saturday, august 13, when a 21-year-old woman was waiting at temporary traffic lights on Murieston road East, Livingston.

those with information can contact police scotland on 101 or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.