Police hunting a wannabe early-hours rapist have arrested and charged a man after releasing this CCTV image of their suspect.
Omar Mehmoul, 31, of Chatsworth House, Hayes has been charged with assault, with intent to rape.
He appeared at Thames Magistrates Court in custody and was bailed to appear at Wood Green Crown Court five days ago.
Omar Mehmoul, 31, of Chatsworth House, Hayes has been charged with assault, with intent to rape.
He appeared at Thames Magistrates Court in custody and was bailed to appear at Wood Green Crown Court five days ago.
Officers were called to Hoxton Street, east London at 5.45am on Saturday, March 7 to a report of an attempted rape.
A woman, aged in her twenties, reported being approached from behind by a male, who then chased her, dragged her to the floor and attempted to rape her.
The woman managed to break free and shout for help, scaring off the suspect, who then fled the scene.
Detectives investigating the incident released this CCTV image of the unknown male walking in Kingsland High Street at around 5.20am, about twenty minutes before the incident took place.
The victim is being supported by specialist officers.
Detective Constable Duncan Brown, from CID at Central East Command Unit said:“This is a serious incident and we are extremely keen to identify and speak to the man in the CCTV images.
“If you recognise him, it is imperative that you let us know immediately. All calls will be treated in complete confidence.”
Anyone who believes they know the identity of the man is asked to call police on 101 or contact via Twitter @MetCC, quoting reference CAD 1622/7 March.
To give information anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online via crimestoppers-uk.org or on 0800 555 111.
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