Police seek witnesses after report of sex assault during daytime protest march
Detectives investigating a report of sexual assault during a central London Pro-Palestinian protest on Saturday, May 18, would like to speak with anyone with information or footage that could assist their enquiries.
At around 2.50pm, in Coventry Street, a woman is reported to have been sexually assaulted outside a money exchange shop.
The suspect is thought to have been wearing a light blue shirt with a navy zip jacket. He was bald, clean shaven and wore thick rimmed black glasses.
A 69-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault. He has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.
A spokesman from the Met said: “Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting 01/358371/24.
“To remain 100 per cent anonymous call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.”
Pictured top: Coventry Street near Piccadilly (Picture: Google Street View)
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