An investigation is underway following an incident of sexual assault that occurred in broad daylight in Harrow. The attack took place on Wednesday, September 4, at around 5:00pm on Richards Close, where the victim was grabbed by an unknown male while walking.
A spokesperson for Met Police said, “At around 17.00hrs on Wednesday, 4 September the victim was grabbed as she walked along Richards Close, Harrow by an unknown male who sexually assaulted her.
“She managed to fight the suspect off and alert members of the public, and the suspect ran away.
“Police were called and the victim has been receiving specialist support as the investigation continues.”
DS Tom Palmer, from the local CID team, said: “This was a terrifying incident for the victim who bravely fought off her attacker and sought help. We will do everything in our power to find the person responsible and hold him to account.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting CAD 5749/4Sep.
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