Ottawa police are asking for the public's help to identify a man suspected of committing 10 indecent acts in the city's west end this fall.

The incidents occurred in October and November in an area bordered by Richmond Road, Caldwell, Churchill and Fairmont avenues, police said.

In most cases the man drove up beside a woman walking alone at night and started asking questions. He then performed an indecent act before driving away.

Police said the acts were sexual in nature.

The victims have all provided a similar description of the suspect. He's described as a Middle Eastern man in his 20s with a stocky or heavy build, dark hair and a beard.

He was driving a smaller-sized silver or grey SUV when the incidents occurred, police said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact them.

Police are reminding the public to take down the licence plate number of any vehicle you suspect is following you.