Gay man sexually assaulted and robbed on Hampstead Heath

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Police are appealing for information after a gay man was attacked, sexually assaulted and robbed on London’s Hampstead Heath.

The assault took place at some time between 11pm on Sunday August 7th and 9.30am on Monday August 8th, near West Heath Drive.

Officers believe the victim may have been drugged and are awaiting the results of toxicology tests.

PinkNews.co.uk has not been able to find out the victim’s current condition, or what was stolen from him.

The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 20-21 years of age, around 5′ 9″ tall with blonde or ginger hair. He is of slim build with an English accent and was wearing blue jeans or trousers and a white hooded top. He called himself Ryan.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 020 7421 0203 or Crimestoppers (anonymously) on 0800 555 111 quoting crime reference 2325588/1.

People can also contact Camden LGBT Forum on 020 7470 8760 who will pass on information without your details if required.