Two women have been indecently assaulted by the same man near Wellington.

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Police are appealing to the public after two women were indecently assaulted in separate incidents by the same man in Upper Hutt.

A 21-year-old woman was assaulted on Pine Ave by a man dressed in a dark grey, knitted hoodie and dark pants at around 2:30pm on Wednesday.

The victim had just witnessed the assailant assaulting another young woman who was walking with another female.

The man later fled towards Savage St.

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Police wish to hear from these two women as well as any members of the public that were in the area yesterday afternoon.

The man is described as European in his 40s, of slim build and about 185cm tall.

Support is being provided to the victim.

Anyone with information about the incidents should contact Wellington District Crime Squad on 04 381 2000 and quote file number 180711/8154.

Alternatively, information can also be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.