CCTV Image Released in Train Assault Investigation
Detectives from the British Transport Police have issued a public appeal, releasing a CCTV image of a man they urgently wish to speak with. This follows a disturbing incident where a young woman was allegedly sexually assaulted on a train travelling from the Peak District to Nottingham.
The attack is reported to have occurred on the 30th of September aboard the service running from Matlock to Nottingham. According to police reports, the victim boarded the train at Duffield railway station in Derbyshire at approximately 4.45pm.
Details of the Assault
As the woman made her way through the carriage, she passed a group of three people. It was at this point that a man within the group is alleged to have sexually assaulted her. Police state that the man also made an inappropriate comment towards the victim during the encounter.
The suspect subsequently left the train service when it arrived at its final destination, Nottingham railway station. The investigation is ongoing as officers work to trace the individual responsible.
Appeal for Information
Authorities are now urging members of the public to come forward with any information that could assist the investigation. A spokesperson for the British Transport Police said: "Do you recognise this man? Detectives investigating a sexual assault on board a train from Matlock to Nottingham have released this image in connection."
Anyone who recognises the man in the released image or has any information about the incident is asked to contact the British Transport Police directly. You can text 61016 or call the dedicated hotline on 0800 40 50 40. When making contact, please quote reference number 517 of 30 September.
