A manhunt has been launched after multiple women were reportedly attacked in South East London. Residents in Sidcup have shared warnings about an attacker who is targeting females there.
One social media post shared on Facebook reads: “Another attack in Foots Cray. To all the girls and women of Sidcup be aware there’s a serial attacker who is randomly attacking women from behind.
“So far, he has attacked five people and likes cutting off hair, so please be careful. The lady who was attacked last night was badly beaten. So be aware the attacks are getting more violent.”
Despite the social media posts, Bexley MPS has only confirmed one reported attack. However, police have assured the public that they are ‘working hard to try and locate a suspect’.
High visibility patrols will also be carried out by officers in these areas. Anyone with information is being asked to contact the Met Police or Crimestoppers.
A spokesperson for Bexley MPS posted to X: “We are aware of social media posts regarding assaults on women in the Sidcup area. We can confirm that there has been a report of one offence to police in relation to this, which we are currently investigating.
“Please be assured that we are working hard to try and locate a suspect, and local officers have been tasked with high visibility patrols in these areas.
“If you have any further information, or have been a victim of a similar crime, please contact us by either calling 101, Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online via: www.met.police.uk/report”
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