Blurry Image Released Of Five-Foot Tall Sex Predator

Police hunting a diminutive sexual predator, who has molested several women in Ladywell, Lewisham, have released this blurred image of their suspect.

The first reported incident was on Thursday, December 7, last year, with the most recent being the Sunday, April 29.

The suspect is described as a light skinned black male, aged between 18 and 30 years-old, he is of slim build and around five feet tall.

He has an afro hair style that is around three to four inches deep.

On a number of attacks he has worn a dark jacket with a hood which is worn up, dark trousers or jeans and trainers.

He has also sometimes worn gloves.

Detective Constable Tristan Hunter said: "These incidents were very traumatic for the victims and we are appealing to the public to help us identify who this man so that he can be apprehended as soon as possible.

"There is a possibility that these incidents are part of a linked series of attacks, as a number of victims have provided very similar descriptions of the attacker.

"While efforts to trace the person or people behind these attacks progresses, police patrols in the area have been increased and officers are working with the community to offer reassurance and to help identify the offender."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 or 0739300695.