Detectives in Wembley have taken a significant step in their investigation into a sexual assault that occurred on Thursday, August 31. A woman in her 20s was attacked at 18:25 BST while walking in an alleyway between Manor Farm Road and Athlon Road in Wembley. Police have now released an Electronic Facial Identification Technique (E-fit) image of a man they are seeking to identify in connection with the incident.
The assault unfolded approximately halfway up the alley, where the white wall of Busy Bee Merchants meets a black fence. Detective Constable Annabella Davies is leading the investigation and is urging anyone who recognises the individual depicted in the E-fit to contact the police without delay.
DC Davies expressed the seriousness of the situation, stating, “This was an appalling attack on a young woman. We have been investigating the offence for a number of weeks, and unfortunately, we have not identified a suspect. We continue to investigate and are doing everything we can to secure justice for the victim-survivor.”
She further appealed to potential witnesses, saying, “Please look at this image carefully. Could you have been in the location on Thursday, August 31? Do you live or work in the area, and do you recognise this man?”
In addition to the E-fit release, DC Davies highlighted the importance of two specific witnesses in the case. A female bystander who approached the victim after the attack and a man who stopped to assist are being sought by the police. Neither of these individuals was present when the authorities arrived at the scene.
“We are very interested in speaking to the woman and man who helped the victim at the time of the incident,” DC Davies emphasised. “We believe you may hold some key information that could help this investigation, and we urge you to get in touch.”
She assured potential informants that anonymity is an option, stating, “If you would rather contact us anonymously, you can do so via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.”
The Metropolitan Police stressed their commitment to progressing sexual assault investigations, targeting predatory individuals, and preventing further harm to women and girls. Efforts are being made to enhance victim-survivors’ trust and confidence in the justice system, as well as to increase the number of cases brought to court.
Anyone with information that could assist detectives in this investigation is asked to call 101, quoting CAD 006481/31AUG23. The community’s cooperation and vigilance are crucial in helping to bring the perpetrator of this heinous crime to justice.
