Police Release CCTV Image of Suspected Sex Attacker


Linked offences took place in Hammersmith, Fulham and Earls Court

Police have released a CCTV image of a man suspected of a linked series of sexual offences that occurred in Earls Court, Hammersmith and Fulham between April 13 and 29.

The first offence happened on April 13 at approximately 4.35PM in Philbeach Gardens, SW5. The 23 year-old female victim was walking home when the suspect approached her then grabbed her, sexually assaulting her in the process before running off.

The second offence happened on Sunday April 27 at 9.10am in Longridge Road, SW5. The 23-year female victim was walking home when the suspect approached her, grabbed her bottom and legs and ran off.

On Monday April 28 at 1.40pm the suspect struck again, this time in Hammersmith near the Queens Head public house in Brook Green. The 28 year-old female victim was walking her dog when the suspect became verbally abusive towards her.

On Tuesday April 29 at about 8.45pm the 19 year-old female victim was walking along Kings Road when the suspect came up behind her and grabbed her bottom.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 5ft 5ins to 5ft 7ins, aged between 25 to 30 years. He has a London accent and short dark hair.

If you have any information please contact Notting Hill CID on Kensington 020 8246 0148 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.