Dear resident,

Thamesmead East Police are appealing for information after a woman was seriously sexually assaulted by a masked man with "bandy legs" in Thamesmead.

The incident took place as the victim was walking along Thames Path at around 3pm on June 15.
The suspect is described as black, medium build, approximately 5 ft 8ins, with very dark eyes and bandy legs.
He was wearing a black hooded zip jacket, with the hood over his head, black baggy shorts and socks with flip flops. He was also wearing a black face mask.

Officers are keen to hear from anyone who was at the location at the time and may have witnessed the incident or have any information that could assist police with the investigation.

Anyone with information should contact police on 020 8721 2630 and quote CAD 6340/15Jun21.

 

Regards,

 

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