We are appealing for help to identify a man after a woman was sexually assaulted while travelling on a bus in Lambeth.
Between about 07:00hrs and 08:00hrs on Thursday, 14 September a woman was travelling on the 423 bus towards Norwood when a man boarded the same bus and sat next to her.
He made a number of inappropriate comments towards the woman before touching her thigh.
The incident was reported to police the following day and an investigation was launched.
As part of their enquiries, officers are releasing images of a man they would like to speak to.
PC Charlotte Joseph, from the Met’s Roads and Transport Policing Command, said: “This was a really frightening and intimidating experience for the victim, which has left her nervous to travel.
“The suspect thought it was fine to harass, and grab a woman who was simply going about her day. It is absolutely not acceptable that any woman should have to deal with this type of behaviour and we are working hard to identify the man responsible.
“We have conducted a number of enquiries since the incident was reported, including looking at CCTV, speaking with witnesses and facial recognition.
“We are now asking for help from members of the public to identify a man we would like to speak to in connection with this incident.
“I would urge anyone who believes they recognise the man in the images to come forward.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting CAD 1779/15Sep. You can also share information with the Met on Twitter.
To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
