Detective Sergeant Stacey Smith, from the Central East Public Protection Team, said: “This was a terrifying experience for the victim, who continues to be supported by specialist officers.
Detectives have launched an urgent hunt for a man after an alleged attempt to rape a young man in east London.
The victim, in his 20s, was reportedly assaulted inside a social and health club on Commercial Road, Tower Hamlets between 5 and 6pm on February 17.
The Metropolitan Police released a CCTV image of a man they want to identify as part of their enquiries.
Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting CAD 3226/25Feb, or independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
