Theatreland Rapist Hunted By Police

Police hunting a West End rapist, who pounced on a woman in the early hours, have released this e-fit of their suspect.

The victim was raped by the unknown male at around 1.30am on October 25, last year in the busy Charing Cross Road area.

he managed to flee and reported the incident to police after assistance from members of the public.

The suspect is described as a black male, aged in his mid to late twenties, with short black hair.

He has mottled skin or cigarette scars on his face and arms, with a tattoo of wording on the side of his neck.

Detectives from the Child Abuse and Sexual Offences Command investigate.

Any witnesses or anyone with any information is asked to call the Metropolitan Police's Child Abuse and Sexual Offences Command on 020 8733 5999 or 101.