A MAN has been charged with assaulting a woman and a police officer in Penge.

John Parker, aged 59, of Hardings Lane, Penge, is accused of common assault on Sarah Garcia and assaulting a constable in the execution of his or her duty.

He has been bailed to appear at Bexley Magistrates’ Court on September 25.

The incident took place in Parish Road at around midnight on September 5.