Police are investigating the alleged rape of a woman early on Saturday morning.
The victim, in her early 20s, is believed to have been attacked close to the Apple Market in Kingston town centre at about 3.15am on January 28.
Police believe the suspect met the victim earlier that evening.
Shoppers saw police tape and forensic teams taking evidence in the area later the same day.
A police spokesman said no arrests had been made, and detectives from Kingston Sapphire Unit are continuing their enquiries.
Anyone with information can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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