A GROUP of men have reportedly been seen filming and taking photos around a paddling pool in Basingstoke.

The incident happened on Thursday, September 7 when around six men were spotted in the vicinity of the pool in Eastrop Park in Eastrop Lane at around 5.30pm.

Hampshire Constabulary confirmed to the Gazette that the group moved on.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: "We can confirm that we have received a report of a suspicious incident at the paddling pool in Eastrop.

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"This incident is now being investigated by Basingstoke’s Neighbourhood Policing Team.

"While we have not received any other reports of this incident, anyone who saw what happened should call us on 101 quoting the reference number 4423036581".

Residents can also report the incident online at hampshire.police.uk.