Police have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to after a woman was allegedly sexually assaulted at Leeds railway station.
The incident happened at around 8.40pm on Sunday, 27 July, when the victim was standing on an escalator.
According to British Transport Police (BTP), a man approached from behind, stood “extremely close” to her, and then sexually assaulted her.
Appeal for information
In a statement, BTP said:
“Officers investigating a sexual assault at Leeds station have today released this image in connection.
At around 8.40pm on Sunday 27 July, a woman was standing on the escalator when she was approached from behind.
The man stood extremely close before he sexually assaulted her.
Officers believe the man in the image may have information which could assist their investigation.”
How to help
Anyone who recognises the man in the CCTV image is urged to contact BTP by:
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Texting 61016
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Calling 0800 40 50 40
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Quoting reference 575 of 27 July
Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Investigation continues
Officers continue to review CCTV and witness accounts from Leeds station as part of their enquiries.
