Police are warning the public about a man “exposing himself at women” in Oxleas Woods in Eltham.

Officers are asking the public to be “vigilant and aware” of a suspicious male in the area.

The man is described as white, around five foot eight inches and is aged in his 30s.

Police say they are working to identify the person and have plain-clothed officers on patrol.

If you see him or have any further information you can contact police on shootershill.snt@met.police.uk call 999 in an emergency.

Officers are also holding a Violence Against Women advice Stand on May 13 at Oxleas Café between 1pm – 4pm.

Neighbourhood ward Sergeant Kristina Money who covers Eltham Park & Progress, Eltham Town & Avery & Shooters Hill said: “Please be vigilant and aware of a suspicious male in this area who has been exposing himself towards women in the woods.

“Please contact police should you see anything or have any concerns.

“Description of the male is white, 5’8, in his 30s. “We are conducting extensive enquiries to identify the person in question and continuing plain clothed patrols to increase safety towards the public. “We are holding a Violence Against Women advice Stand on the May 13 at Oxleas Café between 1pm – 4pm should you wish to attend and speak with us.”