Two unidentified victims of sexual assault have been urged to come forward after a spate of attacks.

Both assaults took place between 3pm and 4pm on May 2 close to Old Street station.

One victim was assaulted in Bunhill Fields, a burial ground maintained by the City of London Corporation, and the second victim in nearby Bunhill Row, Islington.

The two women have not been identified and police are appealing for them to come forward.

It comes after two separate sexual assaults in the City of London on June 19 and August 16.

Both of these victims have been identified and are being supported, Metropolitan Police have said.

A man arrested by City of London Police has been charged with four counts of sexual assault.

Met Detective Constable Tom Wright, who is leading the investigation, said police were also appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

He added: “I want to know if you were in the area at this time, or if you saw anything suspicious take place. If you did, then I urge you to get in contact with us as soon as possible.

“We are currently working to trace the two women who were attacked - if you were a victim then please reach out to us in order to gain the support you need - we want to be there for you.

“There is also a possibility that he has committed other offences in and around the Islington and City of London border. If you have been the victim of sexual assault, then please get in contact.”

Any victim has been urged to call police on 101 stating reference 4816/02MAY2024. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.