Officers investigating a sexual assault on board a train between Lewisham and London Bridge have released an image.

On Wednesday, June 22, just after 2pm, a victim was seated alone on board a train when a man sat next to her and attempted to make a conversation.

Police say he then leant over and began to touch her inappropriately.

The victim got up to leave, but according to police, the man tried to block her from moving with his legs.

The victim then managed to push past him and got off the train at London Bridge station.

Officers believe the man in the CCTV images may have information which could help their investigation.

News Shopper: (image: BritishTransport Police)(image: BritishTransport Police)

If you recognise the man in the CCTV images, contact the British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting the reference 255 of 22/06/22.

A spokesperson for British Transport Police said: “Do you recognise this man?

“Officers investigating a sexual assault on-board a service between Lewisham and London Bridge are releasing images in connection.

“At just after 2pm on Wednesday 22 June, the victim was seated alone on-board the train when a man sat next to her and tried to start a conversation.

“He then leant over and began touching her inappropriately.

“The victim got up to leave, but the man tried to block her from doing so with his legs. She then managed to push past him and get off the train at London Bridge station.

“Officers believe the man in the CCTV images may have information which could help their investigation.

“If you recognise him, or have any information, please contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 255 of 22/06/22.

“Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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