POLICE have issued a CCTV appeal after a man stole a woman's clothes and tried them on in her garden.
Detectives say the 'unusual' crime could be sexually-motivated.
They have now released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the incident.
Greater Manchester Police say it happened some time between 2am and 2.40am on Sunday, July 29, at a home on Brambling Way, Lowton, Wigan.
The offender stole the clothes and tried a number of the items on in the garden.
It is also believed that he touched himself inappropriately.
A man – who was seen on the roof – was challenged by an occupant of the house, but ran off.
Stolen clothes were later recovered from the garden.
Today (December 11) police have released a CCTV image of a man they believe has important information which can help their investigation.
Detective Constable Andrew Partington said: “This was an unusual incident that has understandably distressed the home’s occupants.
“We believe this crime was potentially sexually-motivated and it’s important that we find the individual responsible.
“Do you recognise the man in the image? We believe they may have important information that can assist us with our enquiries.
“Were you in the area at the time and saw someone acting strangely? If so, please get in touch with police.”
Anyone with information should call police on 0161 856 1828 quoting incident 330 of July 29, 2018 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
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