British Transport Police (BTP) have released a CCTV image of a man they are trying to identify following an attempted rape on a London Underground train on Saturday night. The attack occurred on a Bakerloo line service at approximately 11.40pm on July 11.
According to BTP, the man approached a lone woman on the train between Waterloo and Lambeth North stations. He exposed himself before dragging her to the floor and attempting to rape her. The woman managed to fight back and escape the train at Lambeth North, where she alerted station staff.
Suspect's Movements After Attack
The man then alighted at Elephant and Castle station. Police are now tracking his movements since the incident. It is believed he was at Oxford Circus before the attack and later at Piccadilly Circus.
Detective Sergeant Krishan Appannah of the BTP said: “Our officers are supporting the victim following this horrific incident. We understand incidents of this nature are deeply concerning for the public and we're appealing to them directly to help us identify the man in the CCTV footage. One line of enquiry is that he may be homeless.”
Appeal for Information
BTP are urging anyone who recognises the man in the images to text his name to 61016 quoting reference 948 of 11 July. Witnesses or anyone with information can also contact BTP by calling 0800 40 50 40, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
