Police urgently investigating reports of a sexual assault at a park in Upminster have shared details of a suspect, whilst warning against speculation.
The alleged incident at Parklands Open Space by Corbets Tey Road was reported at around 3.20am on April 17.
Metropolitan Police officers attended reports of a sexual assault alongside paramedics.
A woman in her 30s was taken to hospital as a precaution and has since been discharged.
It is understood that she is receiving support by specially trained officers.
Whilst no arrests have been made at this stage, the Met says it is carrying out "urgent enquiries" into the allegation.
In an update shared today (April 27) the public has been warned not to speculate or spread further unverified or misleading information, so as not to cause distress or hinder enquiries.
According to the Met, the suspect has been described as a white British male with long, curly light-brown hair.
He is described to be aged around 40 and wearing a red coat.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101, quoting crime reference 756/17APR. Alternatively, an anonymous report can be filed via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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