Police have described the series of incidents as ‘distressing’
A suspect has been arrested after a man allegedly scared a series of lone females while sitting next to them on the Tube. British Transport Police (BTP) is now appealing for witnesses or victims to come forward.
Videos have been circulating online regarding the offences. Anyone with information is urged to text 61016 or call 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 2500129554.
A spokesperson for BTP said in a full statement: “We are appealing for victims and witnesses following a spate of incidents on the London Underground.
“Officers investigating a series of distressing incidents where a man appears to scare lone females while sitting next to them on tube trains have made an arrest. The videos have been widely shared on social media and officers are now appealing to victims and witnesses to come forward.
“If you have any information that can assist this investigation please text 61016 or call 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 2500129554.”
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