An arrest has been made following reports of a man asking women and girls to get into his car near schools in Rochdale.
Police say they received a number of reports of a man 'exhibiting predatory behaviour' on Wednesday.
The man was also allegedly taking pictures and making personal comments towards the victims.
It is thought a number of girls were approached in Cutgate, while other women have reported on being approached while they waited at bus stops.
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At least one school is understood to have sent out a warning to parents following the reports yesterday.
Chief Supt Nicky Porter said: "Yesterday, GMP were contacted due to concerns raised by women and girls about a male exhibiting predatory behaviour.
"This occurred in locations close to schools which obviously increased public concern.
"The behaviour ranged from the male approaching people to get in his car to taking photos and making personal comments.
"Due to the support from our community, partners and people contacting us, we were able to quickly identify and arrest the male.
"The investigation is still very much under way and I would urge anybody with any information to make contact with us on 0161 856 8719
"It's important that as a community we come together, to call out behaviours that make women and girls feel unsafe in public, and I am grateful to everyone who contributed, to what was a swift police conclusion."
