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The Daily Mail reports that there is a serial sex attacker in the South London area.  Over the past 22 days there have been 8 other sexual assaults in the Brixton and Clapham area, all taking place within 1.5 miles of each other. Two men were arrested under suspicion however have since been released on bail. 

I think the media has dealt with this case relatively sensitively releasing positive statements from Chief Inspector of the case Tony Hirst 'I would like to reassure the public that we have increased police patrols in Clapham and Brixton areas.' I find this better than scaring the public simply to make a good story and therefore the Daily Mail show they are thinking of their readers, also telling people to be cautious 'Always call police if you feel in danger'.  It is also reassured that night time patrols have increased and gave further advice to women to 'remain vigilant when travelling at night'.