Vauxhall Predator Hunted

Two woman were attacked in Vauxhall within a six week period earlier this year and police suspect the same unknown male is responsible.

This image of the suspect has been released and the Metropolitan Police are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying him.

During the first incident a 24 year-old woman’s screams alerted other members of the public when she was followed from Vauxhall Station to Fentiman Road at 11.50pm on January 16.

A man grabbed her from behind, assaulted her and pulled her to the ground and fortunately members of the public chased him away.

Shortly afterwards, police believe the same suspect was seen exposing himself and committing an indecent act in Exchange Square.

He is described as a heavy set male, wearing a black puffer jacket, grey jogging bottoms and a black and white face mask.

The second incident was at 7.05am on Monday, March 1 when a 28 year-old woman was pushed to the ground by a man as she walked through Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens.

The suspect assaulted the victim before she managed to flee.

At the time he was wearing a black puffer jacket with white Versace lettering, black trousers and Nike Airmax trainers.

Anyone who can name the suspect are asked to call the police on 101 or tweet @MetCC quoting 7946/16JAN.

To remain 100% anonymous contact Crimestoppers_uk.org or call 0800 555 111.