Appeal for help identifying man wanted by police probing sexual assault at station

The man boarded the same Victorian Line train as the woman at Finsbury Park Station and left at Brixton

Officers investigating a sexual assault at Finsbury Park Station have released an image of a suspect in the case.

At around 9.10pm on Saturday, 25th February, a woman was sexually assaulted as she stood on the southbound Victoria Line platform.

The man boarded the same train as the woman and left at Brixton Station.

British Transport Police officers would like to speak to the man pictured above, as they believe he may have information that could help their investigation.

Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 770 of 25 February. Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Update (22nd April):

A man has now been identified in connection with this incident and the image of the suspect has been removed.

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