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Police seek man after Elizabeth Line sexual assault

A woman was sexually assaulted on a train travelling through Central London on Tuesday evening.

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British Transport Police are seeking to identify a man after a woman was sexually assaulted on an Elizabeth Line train. The incident took place on Tuesday, August 18, around 6pm.

The assault occurred while the victim was travelling on a train that had departed from Tottenham Court Road station and was heading towards Bond Street. The train was travelling through Central London at the time.

Appeal for information

Officers from British Transport Police have released a photograph of a man they believe may have information relevant to their investigation. They are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying him.

Anyone who recognises the individual in the image is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40. The reference number for the incident is 648 of August 18. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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01When did the sexual assault occur?

The sexual assault took place on Tuesday, August 18, around 6pm. The incident happened on an Elizabeth Line train travelling through Central London.

02Where on the Elizabeth Line did the incident happen?

The assault occurred on a train between Tottenham Court Road and Bond Street stations. The train was heading towards Maidenhead at the time of the incident.

03How can I help the police investigation?

British Transport Police have released an image of a man they wish to identify. Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to text 61016 or call 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 648 of August 18, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.

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