Police Hunt Man After Brutal Attack on South Western Railway Train

British Transport Police have launched an urgent public appeal to track down a man involved in a violent assault on a South Western Railway service between Surbiton and Basingstoke. The brutal attack took place late on Saturday night, June 14, between 11:40pm and just after midnight on Sunday, June 15.

Brutal Assault Rocks Night Train

The shocking incident unfolded aboard the train as it travelled on the busy route. Police are desperate to speak to the man pictured or anyone who was on the train at the time and witnessed the violence.

Police Plea: Help Us Identify Attacker

“If you were on the 123 train or know the man in this image, please get in touch with us immediately,” said a British Transport Police spokesperson. “Your information could be vital to our investigation.”

How to Contact British Transport Police

  • Text 61016 with any information
  • Call 0800 40 50 40
  • Quote reference number 04 of 15 June

Alternatively, you can provide details anonymously through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.

Don’t stay silent – help bring this attacker to justice.

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