A SUSPECT has been arrested following reports that a man had been exposing himself in a town centre park at the weekend.

North Yorkshire Police received reports about the incident which is said to have happened on The Stray, in Harrogate, on Sunday.

Officers made initial inquiries and at about 10pm last night, a man attended Harrogate Police Station and was arrested in connection with the incident.

They have urged people not to share material relating to the incident so it can be investigated properly.

A force spokesperson said: "We understand this incident will have caused concern in the local community, and would like to reassure people that a suspect has been arrested and our inquiries are underway.

"We would ask that you refrain from speculating about or sharing material related to this incident online, while the investigation continues."