A MAN exposed himself to a woman in a Glasgow park before carrying out an "indecent act".

The "disturbing" incident took place in Linn Park in the city's Southside on Friday.

The woman was walking near to the waterfall viewpoint at around 6pm when a man exposed himself to her.

He then carried out an "indecent act" on himself.  

Police are now appealing to trace the man.

He is described as being white, in his late 30s, around 6ft 1ins in height, of very slim build with a bald head.

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He was wearing a plain white vest and electric blue basketball-style shorts with white leggings underneath. 

Detective Sergeant Nikki McPherson, of Glasgow CID, said: “Clearly, this was a disturbing and upsetting incident for the woman involved, who thankfully reported the matter to police.

“We are asking the public to get in touch if they think they know who this man is, or have witnessed similar incidents recently. We will be carrying out extensive enquiries to find the man responsible.

“Anyone with information that could assist our enquiries should call police via 101, quoting incident 2978 of October 22. Alternatively, make a call to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, if you wish to remain anonymous.”