Police in North London have released fresh footage as part of a manhunt to catch a sex attacker who attempted to rape a woman in a cinema last Wednesday (June 11). Police are branding the sexual assault as ‘horrific’ as they search for the ‘brazen and opportunistic’ attacker.
The victim, a woman aged in her 30s, was brazenly attacked in the Finchley Road cinema at 3.45pm.nDetectives are now trying to track down her alleged South Hampstead suspect in a CCTV appeal.
He is described as in his 50s and approximately 5ft 6ins tall, with a slim build. He has dark hair on the sides of his head and was later seen wearing a black North Face coat and glasses. He can be seen leaving the venue following the incident – walking south down Finchley Road towards Swiss Cottage.
Detective Chief Inspector Paul Ridley, leading the Met’s investigation, said: “We are steadfast in our commitment to take those who pose the biggest threat off our streets, so women and girls in London can feel safe going about their daily lives.
“This horrific attack happened in the middle of the day in a busy establishment – highlighting the brazen and opportunistic nature of the offender. It is really important we find this man as soon as possible.
“If you have any information to share – particularly if you were in Finchley Road, NW3 on Wednesday afternoon – please contact us on 101 immediately and quote 5365/11JUN.”
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