AN appeal for information has been launched by Devon and Cornwall Police after an incident in Launceston.

Police had received a report of a woman being harassed by a man while walking alone.

They are seeking information related to the driver of either a black or dark blue Mitsubishi 4x4 vehicle which was described as having silver bumpers on the front and rear after an incident on Wednesday, October 21.

It is claimed that the driver of this vehicle, a male, followed the woman from the Tesco Superstore along Tavistock Road towards Stourscombe where the woman was stopped by the driver who proceeded to ask what is described as ‘inappropriate and offensive’ questions.

The woman then fled the scene and reported the incident to Devon and Cornwall Police who are seeking to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that can assist with their enquiries.

A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: “We are appealing for witnesses after a woman was followed and then stopped by a man in a car while she was walking through Launceston alone.

“The woman reported initially becoming aware of a vehicle following her when she left Tesco Superstore and it then passed her and stopped in Tavistock Road at around 7.20pm on Wednesday 21 October.

“The male driver initially asked her for directions and then inappropriate and offensive questions. The woman fled the scene and immediately called the police.

“The vehicle is described as being either a black or dark blue Mitsubishi 4X4 with silver bumpers on the front and rear.

“The male is described as Mediterranean looking with dark hair and a tan but with a British accent. He is believed to have been in his late 40s with possible acne scarring on his cheeks and possibly wearing a dark blue t-shirt.

“Anybody able to assist is asked to call 101 or visit our website quoting 50260283193.”