Police are currently hunting a man caught on CCTV in connection with four sexual assaults that took place in Waltham Forest on the morning of Tuesday, 20 October.
The attacks occurred between 7.25am and midday, targeting multiple victims in different locations.
One woman was assaulted near Hall Lane, E4, while a teenage girl was targeted at a bus stop on Leonard Road, E4. Additionally, two women with young children were separately attacked in Lee Valley Park and on Walthamstow Marshes. Fortunately, the children involved were unharmed.
The Metropolitan Police’s North East BCU safeguarding team has released CCTV footage of the suspect to assist with the investigation. The man is described as a black male, aged between 30 and 35, with short hair.
Detective Constable Tim Hudson commented on the incidents: “Incidents like these are disturbing and traumatic. Thankfully they are rare. I urge women in Waltham Forest to stay alert but not alarmed.”
He added, “If you recognise the man in the footage, please get in touch. We are treating these assaults as linked and are providing specialist support to the victims.”
Detective Hudson also encouraged the public to share information anonymously if preferred: “You can also pass information anonymously via Crimestoppers. Don’t delay if you can help.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact the police by calling 101, tweeting @MetCC with reference Op Uncleby, or calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Originally published by UKNIP.
