We know that the UK's police forces are currently pushed to the very limits of their resources, what with combating alcopop-deranged, binge-drinking hoodies and enduring long stints behind the radar gun, but surely someone down at Hull constabulary can made an educated guess regarding the sex of this flashing ne'er-do-well, currently starring in the UK's Most Wanted?

As reader Mark Walker points out, although the victim of this outrage is most certainly shocked and upset, she must surely have had a fairly good idea of what was being flashed to her and to which sex it is generally attached? The photo might also offer officers some clue. Failing that, they might take a lead from the text, which states MALE on no less than three occasions. Carry on, Sergeant... ®

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