Man handcuffed behind his back

CCTV leads to arrest: Police continue enquiries into bus ride sexual assault case

Police have now identified both of the men in the CCTV images that were issued earlier in the week following an appeal, and both men are assisting Police in their enquiries.

One of the two men is accused of made inappropriate comments to the woman and touched her over her clothing.

Man arrested
A 47-year-old man from Sandown has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault as part of this investigation into the incident that took place on the afternoon of Thursday 20th April on the number 3 bus.

He has been bailed with conditions until 25th July while Police continue to progress enquiries into this incident.

Get in touch
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact police on 101, quoting 44230154815. You can also submit information to online.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org


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