15-year-old girl sexually assaulted on Edinburgh to Aberdeen train by man in his 40s
A 15-year-old girl was sexually assaulted on an Edinburgh to Aberdeen train by a man in his 40s.
Officers are appealing for witnesses to the sexual assault, which happened between 9pm and 9.30pm on Sunday, August 24, on a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aberdeen.
Several members of the public noted the distress of the teenager and stepped in to help her, and the man was removed from the train at Inverkeithing.
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The man was described as white in his 40s or 50s, around 5ft10 with short dirty blond hair. He was wearing a pink shirt and beige shorts.
Officers would like to speak to the members of the public who intervened, as they may have information that would help their investigation.
If you witnessed the incident, or intervened to help the girl, contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 541 of August 25.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.