TWO individuals from a group of “youths” and “young men” exposed themselves to primary school children in Newport after being told to move from the school railings by a lunchtime supervisor.

Gwent Police officers attended Lliswerry Primary School, Nash Road, today, Wednesday, September 13, and patrolled the area.

The youths have not been located, according to a letter sent from Lliswerry headteacher Mr N Davies to parents and carers of school pupils.

The Argus has approached the school and Newport City Council for comment.

The letter from headteacher Mr Davies read: “At lunchtime today, a number of youths / young men came up to the school railings. They did not come onto the school site but tried to walk up the driveway.

“They were told to move away by a lunchtime supervisor. As they left the area, two of the group exposed themselves as they ran way. Unfortunately, this was seen by a number of children in Year 6.

“The Police attended the site and patrolled the local area. At this moment in time the youths were not located. We have shared CCTV and information with the Police.”

The letter emphasises that all school staff and children were “safe” and there is “no reason to believe there is a direct danger or threat” to the school or its learners.

The letter encourages parents and carers to speak to their children about vigilance and “stranger danger”.

A spokesperson for Gwent Police said: "We are investigating following a report of a young man exposing himself near the entrance of Lliswerry Primary School, Nash Road, Newport at 12pm today.

"The individual ran off when approached by a member of staff.

"Officers have spoken to staff and pupils as part of enquiries and will be continuing patrols at school time to provide reassurance.

"Our investigation continues, if you were in the area and have any information, you can contact us via direct message on social media, or call us on 101 quoting log number 2300310398."