Police Release CCTV Image After Schoolgirl Sex Assault on Kettering Train

Detectives from British Transport Police are hunting a man linked to a shocking sexual assault on a schoolgirl onboard a train at Kettering station.

Incident Caught on CCTV at Kettering Station

The attack happened on Tuesday, September 12, at around 4.45pm. A group of schoolchildren had boarded a train at Wellingborough" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wellingborough, settling near the middle of the carriage. While the train approached Kettering, a man struck up a conversation with one of the boys before allegedly making inappropriate comments about a girl’s appearance then sexually assaulting her as the children moved toward the train doors.

Perpetrator Flees Toward Leicester

The youngsters got off at platform two at Kettering and left the scene. Meanwhile, police believe the suspect boarded a train to Leicester.

Police Appeal: Know This Man? Speak Up

Officers have released CCTV images and are appealing to the public for information. If you recognise the man, contact the BTP confidentially on 0800 555 111.

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