Overview

• Officers were called to Gillespie Park in Islington just before 7pm on Tuesday after a report that a man attempted to rape a woman.
• The victim escaped and is receiving support from specialist officers as detectives conduct enquiries.
• Police say the suspect is Black, about five foot eight, and was wearing dark clothing.
• A crime scene remains in place in the park while an investigation progresses at pace led by Detective Chief Inspector Paul Ridley.
• Detectives want to speak with the unknown man who chased the attacker and urge commuters using routes to Finsbury Park or Arsenal stations to share any sightings or information.