Police have released a picture of a man they want to speak to after a sexual assault allegation.

The incident is reported to have happened at around 10.15am on Tuesday, August 31 on a route 468 bus heading towards Croydon.

The female victim was allegedly sexually assaulted by a man as she sat on the top deck of the bus.

Police are asking for anyone who recognises the man photographed or has information that could assist in the investigation to contact police on 101 quoting reference CAD 2572/31AUG21.

A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: "Police are issuing an image of a man they would like to identify and are appealing for witnesses after an allegation of sexual assault on a bus in Croydon.

"The incident happened at approximately 10.15hrs on Tuesday, 31 August on the top deck of a route 468 bus as it headed towards Croydon.

"The female victim was sexually assaulted by a male as she sat on the bus.

"Anyone who recognises this man or who has information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference CAD 2572/31AUG21.

"You can also report information completely anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."