Bayside Sexual Offence and Child Abuse Investigation Team detectives are appealing for information following a sexual assault in Balaclava last month.
Police have been told a boy was walking along Carlisle Street when a man walking in the opposite direction sexually assaulted him on Friday 4 February about 3.45pm.
It appears the man leaned over as he passed the child and touched him in the vicinity of his groin.
Detectives have released images and CCTV of a man they believe can assist with their enquiries.
He is perceived to be aged in his 40s or 50s and was wearing a white t-shirt, blue jeans and cross body bag.
Anyone who recognises the man or with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppers.com.auExternal Link.
