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Europe July 15, 2026

Police Seek Suspect in Attempted Rape, Woman Dragged to Floor

Police Seek Suspect in Attempted Rape, Woman Dragged to Floor

A man is being sought by police in connection with an attempted rape on the Tube, with investigators releasing images of the suspect in the hopes that the public can assist in identifying him. The incident occurred on a train, and the attacker remained on board until he got off at Elephant and Castle Underground station. Officers have been tracking the man's movements and believe he was also at Oxford Circus before the attack and Piccadilly Circus Underground station after it.

The suspect's whereabouts and background are still unknown, but one line of inquiry suggests that he may be homeless. Police are urging anyone who recognizes the man in the released images to come forward and provide any information that could aid in the investigation. The victim is being supported by officers, and the police are appealing directly to the public for help in identifying the suspect.

Detectives are taking the incident very seriously and are working to gather as much information as possible. The public's help is crucial in identifying the man and bringing him to justice. Anyone with information is encouraged to text the police with the suspect's name, quoting a specific reference number. The police are counting on the public's assistance to help solve this case and ensure the suspect is held accountable for his actions.

Screen grab taken from undated CCTV issued by British Transport Police of a man they want to identify to after an attempted rape on the Tube. British Transport Police detectives said a man approached woman who was on her own on a Bakerloo line train between Waterloo and Lambeth North in central London at around 11.40pm on Saturday. The man exposed himself to the woman before dragging her to the floor and trying to rape her in the carriage, officers said. Issue date: Tuesday July 14, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: British Transport Police/PA Wire NOTE TO EDITORS: This handout photo may only be used for editorial reporting purposes for the contemporaneous illustration of events, things or the people in the image or facts mentioned in the caption. Reuse of the picture may require further permission from the copyright holder.

The investigation is ongoing, and officers are exploring all possible leads. The police are committed to supporting the victim and ensuring that the suspect is brought to justice. The public's help is vital in making this happen, and anyone with information is urged to come forward and assist the authorities in their investigation.

Screen grab taken from undated CCTV issued by British Transport Police of a man they want to identify to after an attempted rape on the Tube. British Transport Police detectives said a man approached woman who was on her own on a Bakerloo line train between Waterloo and Lambeth North in central London at around 11.40pm on Saturday. The man exposed himself to the woman before dragging her to the floor and trying to rape her in the carriage, officers said. Issue date: Tuesday July 14, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: British Transport Police/PA Wire NOTE TO EDITORS: This handout photo may only be used for editorial reporting purposes for the contemporaneous illustration of events, things or the people in the image or facts mentioned in the caption. Reuse of the picture may require further permission from the copyright holder.

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