Police investigating an incident of online child grooming are asking for the public's help in identifying a man.

The offences, which occurred in September 2021, involved a man messaging a young teenage girl explicit images before meeting in person in Hadfield.

It is believed the man, who went by the name of Bryn, may have been living in the Greater Manchester area as he arrived on a train when the pair met in Hadfield.

He is described as being around 6ft tall, of medium build, with short blonde hair and a freckle on his left cheek. He also has a number of distinctive tattoos including the date 19.09.2004 on his right hand near to his knuckles.

Anyone who recognises the description of the man is asked to contact Derbyshire police using any of the below methods, including reference 21*527221:

• Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

• Twitter – direct message the contact centre on @DerPolContact

• Website – complete the online contact form www.derbyshire.police.uk/ContactUs.

• Phone – call 101.

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