POLICE have issued CCTV images of a man they wish to speak with in connection with an incident in Halifax town centre.

It happened during the afternoon of Saturday, August 7 on Market Street, Halifax.

A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "It was reported that the male is alleged to have approached two teenage girls, engaged in conversation before trying to lead one of the girls away.

"A member of the public approached the male and advised he had called the police and the male left the area.

"The two teenage girls were unharmed but are understandably shaken by the incident.

"Officers are appealing for information regarding the identity of the male pictured and also wish to speak with the member of the public came to the aid of the two girls.

DI Gary Stephenson of Calderdale CID said: “Enquiries into the incident remain ongoing and I want to reassure the community that at this stage we believe this to be an isolated incident.

“We are continuing to carry out extensive enquiries to identify the male pictured to understand what his intentions were. 

“Anyone with information that may assist is asked to contact Calderdale CID on 101 or via the 101 LiveChat facility on the website quoting 13210399508.

"Information can also be given to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."