A serial rapist described as "one of the most prolific predators" in the UK could face further charges involving seven more women.
Zhenhao Zou, a Chinese national who was living in Elephant and Castle, is serving life imprisonment with a minimum term of 24 years after he was convicted of drugging and raping 10 women in London and China.
Detectives from the Metropolitan Police have now submitted a file of evidence to the CPS after several women came forward following a public appeal.
Following the conclusion of his court proceedings, an appeal was made for additional potential victim-survivors to come forward after investigators uncovered evidence suggesting more women could have been affected by Zou's actions.
The file submitted to the CPS contains evidence relating to several alleged offences, including rape and administering a substance with intent to commit a sexual offence.
The file relates to reports made by five women who contacted police following the appeal, as well as two further alleged offences of rape involving two women who remain unidentified.
Detectives continue to liaise with the CPS as prosecutors consider the evidence.
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Separate investigations remain ongoing into allegations involving women who were allegedly sexually assaulted in China.
Detectives continue to pursue all available lines of enquiry and are working to obtain evidence through formal international legal processes.
Detective Chief Superintendent Angela Craggs, whose team are leading the investigation, thanked the women who have come forward since the appeal.
She said: "We recognise how difficult it can be to report offences of this nature and every woman who has contacted us has shown considerable courage.
"The submission of this file of evidence marks a significant step in our investigation.
"While we await a decision from the CPS in relation to allegations concerning women in the UK, our enquiries remain ongoing.
"We remain committed to supporting victim-survivors and pursuing all available lines of enquiry.
"I would encourage anyone who believes they may have been affected, or anyone with information that could assist our investigation, to contact us.
"Every report will be treated seriously, handled with care and sensitivity, and investigated thoroughly by specially trained officers."
Reports can be made by emailing survivors@met.police.uk or by calling 101 from within the UK, quoting CAD1258/04SEP26.
Those affected by this case who would like independent support can contact Rape Crisis via its 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line on 0808 500 2222.
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