A FLASHER who allegedly inappropriately touched himself is being hunted by British Transport Police.

A 21-year-old woman reported the man for indecent exposure on a Metro train between Sunderland and Pelaw in Gateshead.

The incident happened at around 4.20pm on Monday September 11.

A spokesman for British Transport Police said: “A man boarded the service at Sunderland and sat opposite the woman.

“He touched himself inappropriately and then exposed himself to the victim.

“The victim went to tell the driver what had happened and the offender left the service at Pelaw Metro station.”

Officers would like to speak to the man shown in the CCTV image as he may have information which could help the investigation.

To help call 0800 40 50 40.