GIRL, 15, IS SEXUALLY ASSAULTED ON LONDON'S PARLIAMENT HILL VIEWPOINT AS POLICE HUNT FOR SUSPECT

  • The alleged assault took place at around 10.45pm on Saturday, June 3, in London

Police are hunting for a person who allegedly sexually assaulted a teenage girl at a London beauty spot.

The victim, who is 15, had been in Hampstead Heath when she was targeted near the Parliament Hill Viewpoint at around 10.45pm on Saturday, June 3.

The Metropolitan Police says it searching for a male in his late teens in relation to the incident which took place amid a large gathering of youths.

The force says he is believed to be around 5ft 8ins tall, with short brown hair, and was wearing a blue t-shirt and jeans.

Officers say the victim and her attacker are not thought to have known each other well prior to the incident as they were part of different friend groups. 

Detective Sergeant Sam Lockstone, from the local policing team in Camden, said: 'We have carried out a number of enquiries, including a trawl for CCTV and a forensic examination of the scene.

'We believe there were a large number of teenagers on Parliament Hill at the time of the assault and it's thought the victim and suspect were part of different friendship groups.

'I am asking for anyone who witnessed suspicious activity, or has information about the incident, to contact us immediately. 

'I would also encourage parents of children who were in the area last night to ask them if they can assist the investigation.'

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting CAD 7852/03Jun. You can also direct message @MetCC on Twitter. To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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