Police say they are aware of a man whose behaviour on the Malvern Hills has caused concern to members of the public.

The man, who police say regularly walks on the Malvern Hills, has been spoken to by officers.

And Malvern police have increased patrols in the parts of the hills where he has been seen.

“We’d like to offer our reassurance that we have identified the man and spoken to him about this,” a spokesperson for West Mercia Police said.

“While no offences have been committed we understand the impact this has had, in particular to lone women or groups of women in the area.

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“Malvern safer neighbourhood officers have increased patrols at the locations on the hills where the man has been seen and we would encourage anyone who is concerned to speak to an officer on patrol.

“We would encourage members of the public who witness anything that causes concern or makes them feel unsafe to report this to the team direct: pickersleighsnt@westmercia.pnn.police.uk or online.

“Alternatively you can report public places where you have felt or feel unsafe via StreetSafe.

“If you are in immediate danger or a crime is taking place, always ring 999.

“Malvern Safer neighbourhood officers will continue to show a visible presence on the hills for the next few weeks, to offer some reassurance to the public.”