Appeal after woman sexually assaulted on Central line

British Transport Police (BTP) have issued an appeal for information after a woman was sexually assaulted on a Central line train. The incident occurred on Friday, September 29, at approximately 8:05 am.

The victim boarded a Central line service at Mile End station. A man also boarded the train at Mile End at the same time as the victim. He is reported to have alighted at Bethnal Green station before re-boarding the train.

Detectives have released a CCTV image of a man they believe may have information that could assist their investigation. The BTP is asking anyone who recognises the individual in the image to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 2600131129 of 29 September. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.