Wakefield Westgate: Teenage girl sexually assaulted on West Yorkshire train as police launch manhunt

Officers investigating the assault have today (May 24) released an image of a man they are searching for in connection to the assault, which took place on a train from London King’s Cross to Wakefield Westgate.

The British Transport Police said in an appeal: “At around 6.30pm on Sunday 14 April, the victim was travelling towards Leeds when a man sat next to her and attempted to engage her in conversation.

“He proceeded to sexually assault the victim before leaving the train at Wakefield Westgate railway station.

“Officers would like to speak to the man in the image as they believe he may have information that could help their investigation.”

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Anyone who may have any information or who recognise the man is asked to contact the British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 621 of 14 April.

Information can also be given to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.