In 2026, the Offender Database reported that detectives from the British Transport Police (BTP) released CCTV images of a man they wished to speak with regarding a sexual assault on a tram in South London. The investigation centres on a vile and predatory incident that occurred at approximately 3:40 pm on Wednesday, 22 October 2025. A woman was sexually assaulted by a man who sat next to her while she was travelling on a tram service between West Croydon and Blackhorse Lane tram stop, Croydon.
The British Transport Police have reported that the suspect’s vicious behaviour took place in the middle of the afternoon on a busy public transport route. This horrendous act has caused significant distress to the victim and has prompted a serious investigation to ensure the safety of passengers using the tram network in the Croydon area. Detectives are utilising forensic and digital evidence to identify the individual responsible for this vile sexual crime.
Officers believe the man pictured in the released CCTV images may have information that is vital to the investigation. The BTP is working closely with Transport for London (TfL) to review security footage from both the tram and the station platforms along the route. Police have emphasised that any predatory behaviour on the transport network is a serious offence, and they are committed to identifying the suspect to prevent any further risk to the public in South London.
Anyone who recognises the man or has information regarding the incident is urged to contact the British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 476 of 22 October. Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Once identified and if convicted of such a vile sexual crime, the individual will be ordered to sign the Sex Offenders Register and will be managed under Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) by the BTP and the Metropolitan Police Service.
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