Detectives have released an E-fit image of a suspect after a woman was sexually assaulted in New Cross.
The female pedestrian, in her 30s, had been walking home from New Cross Station at around 2.50am on Saturday, December 16 when a man began following her.
She was left horrified after he emerged from behind a skip in front of her on Jerningham Road. He continued to walk alongside her for a while and he then allegedly sexually assaulted her at the junction of St Asaph Road.
Detective Marissa Harrison, who is leading the investigation, has urged anyone who recognises the man to get in touch with police.
She said: “We take every incident of sexual assault extremely seriously and are committed to targeting predatory offenders. Women should be able to walk home safely on our streets without fear of beingassaulted and so it’s crucial that we find this man.
“Were you in the area at the time? Did you see a man following a woman? Or maybe you live in the area and recognise the man pictured in the image?
“Please share any information or concerns you have with us as it could be vital information to help us in our investigation.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting CAD XX or to remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
