GWENT Police have appealed for information after a suspicious incident in Blaenavon last weekend.

The incident happened at about 9pm on Saturday 29th June 2013 while the victim - a 17 year old local girl - was sat on a wall near to Hawkins Food Stores, Cross Street, Blaenavon.

A man approached the victim and made a comment to her about her appearance. Its believed he was masturbating inside his trousers as he spoke to her. She got up and walked off and the man followed her a short distance. He then walked off towards Blaenavon town centre.

The man is described as in his 40s, wearing a light coloured cap, blue jeans and walking a small white Westie type dog.

The victim was distressed but unharmed.

Police are appealing for anyone who recognises the description of the man to come forward or for anyone who has experienced a similar incident to call 101 and quote log number 596 29/6/13