Police have launched a manhunt after a woman was sexually assaulted inside Leicester Square Underground Station. At around 7pm on Saturday, November 23, two women were repeatedly assaulted in the station’s ticket hall.
An image has since been released of a man British Transport Police (BTP) would like to speak to. In the CCTV image shared by the force, the man is wearing a hooded, zipless sweatshirt with a brand across the chest.
The suspect was wearing a branded hoodie with an illegible logo
(Image: BTP)
He also appears to be wearing the same brand of tracksuit bottoms. Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 37 of 27 November.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. In a full statement, British Transport Police said: “Officers investigating an incident of sexual assault at Leicester Square underground station are today releasing these images in connection.
“Just before 7pm on Saturday 23 November, a man repeatedly sexually assaulted two women in the ticket hall. Officers believe the man in the images may have information which could help with their investigation.
“Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 37 of 27 November. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
How to report sexual harassment on the London Underground
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Report an incident on the bus network by visiting the Metropolitan Police website
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For all other TfL services, text British Transport Police on 61016. ( mobile charges may apply. ).
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Alternatively you can call British Transport Police on 0800 40 50 40 or report online via their website.
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Download the British Transport Police app Railway Guardian from the App Store or Google Play Store . The app also contains safe travel guides and advice.
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In an emergency, always dial 999.
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