Police seek man after Central line sexual assault
A woman was assaulted on a train travelling between Mile End and Bethnal Green stations.
Detectives are seeking to identify a man seen on CCTV in connection with a sexual assault on a Central line train. The incident occurred on the morning of September 29. British Transport Police (BTP) confirmed the assault took place between Mile End and Bethnal Green stations.
The victim boarded a train at Mile End station at approximately 8:05 am. The suspect also boarded at Mile End and assaulted the woman during the journey. He then alighted the train at Bethnal Green station before getting back on the train at the same set of doors.
A spokesperson for BTP stated, "Detectives would like to speak to the man pictured, as they believe he may have information which could help their ongoing investigation." Enquiries into the incident are continuing.
Anyone who can identify the man in the CCTV image is urged to contact British Transport Police. This can be done by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 2600131129 of September 29.
Questions this report answers
01When did the sexual assault on the Central line occur?
The sexual assault took place on September 29. The incident happened at approximately 8:05 am on a Central line train travelling between Mile End and Bethnal Green stations.
02What are the police asking for?
British Transport Police are asking for the public's help to identify a man seen on CCTV. They believe he may have information relevant to their ongoing investigation into the sexual assault.
03How can I provide information to the police?
If you recognise the man in the CCTV image, you can contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40. Please quote reference number 2600131129 of September 29.
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