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BTP Releases Image in Hunt for Woman After Teen Sexually Assaulted at Paddington

Police say the woman, seen with a large orange suitcase, may hold information crucial to the investigation.

Overview

  • The alleged assault happened just before 11pm on Sunday, August 31, as a teenage boy sat on a bench on the station concourse.
  • British Transport Police say a woman approached, sat next to the teenager and sexually assaulted him before he left the station.
  • Officers released a still showing a woman in a pink jumper and light trousers who was seen with a large orange suitcase.
  • Anyone who recognises the woman is urged to text BTP on 61016 or call 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 410 of 2 September, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
  • The investigation remains active with officers seeking to identify the woman and no arrest announced.