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Anthony France

Police issue CCTV after schoolgirl, 14, raped in toilets at Essex railway station

Man seen at Harlow Town station on February 18 last year - (British Transport Police)

Detectives have released CCTV images of a man being sought over the rape of 14-year-old girl at a railway station in Essex.

The teenager was also sexually assaulted between 2.30am and 4.40am in the toilets of Harlow Town station on February 18 last year.

British Transport Police issued pictures of a male - seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans - the force believes could progress their enquiries and investigation.

A spokesman said: “A year on from the day of the incident, detectives investigating a rape and sexual assault at Harlow Town railway station continue to appeal for information regarding a man they believe could assist with their enquiries.

“In the early hours of Sunday, February 18 between 2.30am and 4.40am a 14-year-old girl was sexually assaulted and subsequently raped in the toilets at the station.

Police think man in CCTV image may have information which could help their investigation (British Transport Police)

“Officers believe the man in the CCTV image may have information which could help their investigation.”

Anyone who recognises the man or has details should contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 2400021176.

Alternatively the can call independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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