Police have released CCTV images of a man they wish to speak with after a woman was reportedly assaulted on the tube. The incident took place on a Bakerloo Line train between Waterloo and Lambeth North around 11:40 pm on Saturday, July 11. According to the British Transport Police, the man approached the woman, exposed himself, dragged her to the floor, and attempted to assault her.
The woman managed to fight back and escape at Lambeth North station, where she promptly informed station staff. The suspect continued on the tube and disembarked at Elephant and Castle Underground station. Detectives have shared the CCTV images of the man in question, believing he may have information crucial to the investigation. No accusations have been made against the individual in the images.
Authorities are investigating the man’s movements, noting he was possibly at Oxford Circus Underground station before the incident and at Piccadilly Circus Underground station afterward. Detective Sergeant Krishan Appannah of the BTP stated that the victim is being supported, and the public’s help is sought to identify the individual in the CCTV footage. Anyone recognizing the man is urged to text his name to 61016 quoting reference 948 of July 11.
Witnesses or individuals with information can contact British Transport Police at 0800 40 50 40 or share details anonymously with Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.