- The Metropolitan Police are employing advanced DNA techniques to trace possible relatives of a suspected double rapist linked to two attacks in south-east London.
- The alleged rapes occurred in Thamesmead in May 2020 and Abbey Wood in June 2024, both targeting vulnerable women in daylight hours.
- Investigators are using familial DNA analysis, working through a list compiled by the National Crime Agency to trace potential relatives of the suspect.
- CCTV images of a man police wish to speak to have been released, and Crimestoppers is offering a £10,000 reward for information leading to a conviction.
- Detectives are appealing to the public for any information, urging those who recognise the man or have relevant details to come forward anonymously if preferred.
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