Manhunt after woman sexually assaulted on busy London train

Detectives investigating a reported sexual assault on a train in central London have released an image of a man they wish to identify as part of their enquiries.

The incident is understood to have taken place at around 9.40pm on Tuesday 10 March, when a man boarded a train at London Blackfriars station and sat beside a woman. During the journey, he is alleged to have sexually assaulted her.

The suspect later left the train at London Bridge station, and officers have since been working to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Police say the man shown in the released image may hold key information that could assist their investigation and are urging anyone who recognises him to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 767 of 10 March. Reports can also be made anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Image: British Transport Police