British Transport Police have released CCTV of a man they would like to trace as part of an inquiry into sexual advances made against a 15-year-old school girl at Shepperton train station.

BTP Detective Constable Andy Parkinson said the 15-year-old school girl was being harassed by a 40-year-old Asian man while waiting for a train at Shepperton railway station on June 24 2008. Police have also appealed for a woman passenger who assisted the young girl to come forward.

Police have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to as part of their investigation.



We have received some useful information from members of the public, but unfortunately the woman who witnessed the incident has not yet contacted us.

The girl was waiting for a train at around 11am when she was approached by a male who began making inappropriate remarks. "The victim was clearly uncomfortable with the situation and managed to get the attention of another female on the platform by mouthing the word 'Help'

The woman came to the girl’s aid by pretending to be a long lost friend and stayed with the girl until the train arrived. "The suspect is believed to have approached a number of other females whilst onboard the Shepperton to Waterloo service.

Anyone who can assist police with their inquiries is asked to contact freefone 0800 40 50 40 quoting background log B5 of 10/7/08.

For more information contact:

Natalie Davison
British Transport Police - London South Area
m:07920 276460
e: Natalie.Davison@btp.pnn.police.uk