A MAN was seen performing a sex act on himself as children walked to school in Prestwich.

Police have received reports of two incidents, which they believe are connected, of a man sitting in a blue transit style van performing a sex act on himself on Thursday, March 2.

The first incident was reported at 7.45am on the dirt track off Heys Road, leading to Prestwich Cricket Club.

Officers also received reports of of a male in a similar van in Clifton Road, at around 8.30am on the same morning.

An investigation has been launched into both incidents.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting crime number 052890X/17 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.