David O'Brien

Crime

Suspect named in search for Hackney bus sex attacker

By admin1

August 05, 2020

POLICE HAVE NAMED a man they wish to speak to in connection with a sexual assault which took place on a 243 bus on Sunday, 31st May. He is David O’Brien, 51.

The offence occurred as the bus made its way along Stoke Newington Road, N16. A woman in her 20s had fallen asleep on the bus – and woke to find a man sexually assaulting her. She was stocked and distressed when she realised what was happening – and the attacker then got off the bus at the stop near the junction with Princess May Road, N16.

Police believe O’Brien used to live in Westminster and that he often spends time in Woolwich and New Cross. They believe he often travels around London on buses. He is known to speak with an Irish accent.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of David O’Brien or who has any other information which could help police to find him is asked to contact the investigation team by phoning 101 or emailing the team direct on p244192@met.police.uk. Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800-555 111 and give information anonymously.

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