Police
hunting a violent wannabe rapist, who attacked a 32 year-old tourist
on Waterloo Bridge, have released this CCTV image of the suspect.
The
woman was repeatedly punched to the face and body, suffering
extensive bruising as she fought the assailant off.
She
was attacked as she walked up the stairs at Waterloo Bridge on the
north embankment next to Somerset House just before midnight on
Friday, June 3.
The
suspect attacked her from behind and attempted to rape her.
When
she fought back, the suspect eventually fled towards Hungerford
Bridge.
Detective
Inspector Neil Rawlinson, of the Metropolitan Police's Sexual
Offences, Exploitation and Child Abuse Command, said:
“I urge the public to study the CCTV image carefully and call
police immediately with any information that could assist in tracing
this man.
“During
this violent and determined attack the terrified victim suffered
severe bruising to her face and body.
“It
is vital that we identify this man without delay.”
The
suspect is described as an olive skinned man, around 6ft tall and of
slim build.
He
had slight facial hair and was wearing a hooded top with white lining
and light coloured jeans.
Anyone
who can assist in identifying this man should call detectives at the
Sexual Offences, Exploitation and Child Abuse Command on 020 8733
5999 or via 101.
To
remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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