A MAN suspected of covertly filming young girls in the town centre has been arrested.

The suspect, who is in his 30s, was arrested on suspicion of outraging public decency after he allegedly filmed girls in the Golden Square Shopping Centre on April 12 at around 5pm in the vicinity of BHS and Fragrance Shop.

The man was arrested at his home after officers trawled through CCTV to identify the suspect.

He has been bailed pending further enquiries.

Police have confirmed that investigations are ongoing.

Officers are keen to speak to any witnesses who were in the area at the time.

Anyone with information is urged to call Cheshire on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.