Images of what appear to be a couple engaging in a sex act on a local beach are circulating through social media.

A police spokesman said officers are investigating the incident, but no official report has been made.

He reminded members of the public that anyone who wilfully does an indecent act in public can be jailed for up to five years.

Anyone with information on this incident should call 211 or 295-0011.

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