Police are appealing for information after two suspicious incidents on the number 6 bus in Hartlepool - which allegedly saw a man attempt to kiss a 16-year-old. 

Officers from Cleveland Police are looking into the incidents, which happened on the number 6 Stagecoach service.

The first incident occurred on Monday, February 27 when a male got onto the bus outside of NatWest on York Road at 4.20pm and he touched a young child, who was sat with a parent, on the head.

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The second incident occurred on Monday, March 13 at 8.40pm when a male got onto the bus at the same location.

He sat next to a 16 year old female and attempted to kiss her and then made verbal threats towards her.

Officers believe the same male is responsible for both incidents.

He has been described as being an elderly male with grey hair and tattoos.

Anyone who may have seen the male or the incidents stated above is asked to contact PC Saint from Cleveland Police on 101 quoting 047768.