POLICE were called after a naked man was spotted sitting on a bench in a churchyard.

The man was seen a short time later with his clothes on but it is believed he may have been performing a lewd act under his clothing.

Now police have released an image of a man they would like to speak to after his actions were witnessed by a man in his 40s and his teenage daughter.

The incident took place in the yard of St James' Church in Christchurch Road just after 3pm on Saturday September 19.

Police Constable Dave Carmichael, of Bournemouth police, said: “This must have been a distressing incident for the witnesses and we are carrying out a number of enquiries into this matter.

“We have obtained a photo of a man we would like to speak to as part of our investigation and I would urge anyone with information as to his identity to please contact us.”

Information to Dorset Police on 101, quoting occurrence number 55200141475, or the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.