Shocking Attack on Woman Speaking Phone at Runcorn Train Station
At 9.25pm on Friday 4 March, a woman was calmly talking on her phone while seated on a train at Runcorn station. That peace was shattered when a man in the same carriage suddenly began shouting aggressively at her.
Man Launches Violent Assault After Confrontation
When the victim challenged his aggression, the man didn’t hold back. He struck her around the head, leaving the victim shaken and police on alert.
Police Hunt Suspect Described as Large, Short-Haired Man in Dark Clothes
- Approximate age: 40s
- Height: Around 5’7”
- Build: Large
- Hair: Short, grey
- Clothing: Dark blue jacket and dark trousers
Police Appeal for Witnesses to Come Forward
Officers are urgently asking anyone who witnessed the attack or has any information to get in touch and help their enquiries.
Witnesses or anyone with tips can contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 630 of 04/03/22.
Alternatively, you can call anonymously on 0800 555 111.
