Detectives investigating an incident of upskirting on a train to Leeds have released an image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident.
On 28 November at around 5.10pm, a man was noticed opening the camera on his phone and tilting it to upskirt a female passenger in front of him. Officers believe the man in the image they have now released may have information which could help their investigation.
If you recognise him or have any information please contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 2200124003. Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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What is upskirting?
Upskirting is where someone takes a picture under a person’s clothing without their permission. It is now a specific criminal offfence in England and Wales.
What punishment can upskirting perpetrators face under the new law?
The Voyeurism (Offences) Act, which was commonly known as the Upskirting Bill, was introduced on 21 June 2018. It came into force on 12 April 2019.
Perpetrators can face two years in prison. By criminalising this distressing practice, it is hoped that it deters people from committing the crime.
Upskirting, where committed to obtain sexual gratification, can result in the most serious offenders being placed on the sex offenders register.
The new law will send a clear message that such behaviour is criminal and will not be tolerated.
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