British Transport Police (BTP) have released an image of a man they wish to identify following a sexual assault on a Northern Line train. The incident occurred on Thursday, April 23, around 5:30 pm, as the victim boarded the train at Tufnell Park Underground station.
Details of the assault
The woman was sexually assaulted by a man as he alighted from the train. Detectives believe the man pictured may have crucial information to assist their investigation. The suspect is described as Caucasian, with dark hair and a beard. In the released image, he is wearing a white T-shirt and blue jeans.
Appeal for information
BTP are urging anyone who recognises the man to come forward. In a statement, a BTP spokesperson said: "Detectives investigating a sexual assault on board a Northern Line Underground train towards Tufnell Park are today releasing this image in connection. Detectives would like to speak to the man pictured, as they believe he may have information that could help their investigation."
Anyone with information can contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 491 of 23 April. Anonymous reports can be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
