Detectives have released an E-FIT image of a man they would like to trace after he threatened a woman in a 'disturbing' incident.

Police were called at 12.30pm on Saturday, November 12, 2022, to a business address in Corbets Tey Road, Upminster following a disturbance.

The victim, a woman aged in her 50s, was approached by a man she did not know who threatened her, causing distress and fear.

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Officers searched the area but the suspect could not be located.

Detectives have pursued a number of lines of enquiry as part of the investigation and are now issuing the image in order to identify the suspect.

PC Paul Goddard, from East Area Command, said: “Although the victim was not physically harmed in this incident it was extremely distressing for her. The behaviour of this man is disturbing.

Romford Recorder: A woman reported being threatened with violence by a man she did not know in Corbetts Tey Road, Upminster, on November 12, 2022A woman reported being threatened with violence by a man she did not know in Corbetts Tey Road, Upminster, on November 12, 2022 (Image: Google)

“I would ask anyone who recognises the person in this E-FIT to come forward and speak to police immediately.”

Anyone who recognises the man should call 101 or tweet @MetCC ref 3517/12Nov22.

Alternatively, report information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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