A SEX attacker indecently assaulted two women in Oswaldtwistle.

In two separate incidents, within the space of around half an hour, the women, aged 49 and 53, were approached by the same man in Union Road, near the junction with John Street.

He touched them both indecently then left the scene.

Police said neither of the women was hurt, but both were left shaken by the incident.

The man was white, in his early 20s, 5ft 8ins tall, skinny, with straight, dark hair, parted in the middle. He was wearing dark trousers and a cream, v-neck jumper.

Police have appealed for witnesses to the assaults, which happened between 5pm and 5.30pm on Monday. Det Sgt Ian Geogarty said: "These were separate incidents, but we believe the assaults were carried out by the same man."We would like to hear from anyone who might have witnessed the assaults, or who recognises the description."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Accrington CID on 01254 353741 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.