Train Robbery Shock on Essex Line – CCTV Image Released
The British Transport Police (BTP) are hunting for a key witness after a brazen train robbery on the Tilbury to Pitsea route last Saturday night.
Four Thugs Target Couple With Metal Walking Stick
At around 11.40pm on August 26, a man in his twenties was travelling on the train from Tilbury Town to STANFORD-LE-HOPE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Stanford-le-Hope. Four men boarded at Tilbury Town. One brandished a metal walking stick and threatened the victim and a woman travelling with him, demanding their phones.
Fearing for their safety, the victim handed over his phone before jumping off the train at Stanford-le-Hope.
Three Teens Arrested, But Police Want More Answers
Police have arrested three 17-year-old boys connected to the robbery, but they have now released them on bail.
To help crack the case, BTP has released a CCTV image of a man they think holds vital information.
Recognise This Man? Police Urge Public to Speak Up
If you know this man, call British Transport Police on 61016 via text or dial 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 636 from August 26.
For anonymous tips, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
