Brutal Train Assault: Man Punched in Head After Phone Row
Row on Manchester Piccadilly Train Sparks Violence
At 8.05pm on 18 February, a man boarded a train from Manchester Piccadilly. Trouble kicked off when he clashed with a loud teenage boy speaking on his mobile phone.
Attack Moves Down Train to Holmes Chapel
The victim tried to avoid the trouble by moving down the carriage, preparing to get off at Holmes Chapel. But the boy followed him, landing repeated punches to the man’s head.
Assailant Flees Train, Heads to Cardiff
After the brutal attack, the boy jumped off at Crewe and caught another train heading to Cardiff.
Victim Left with Serious Injuries
The victim suffered a deep cut on his lip requiring stitches, plus bruises on his head and ear.
Police Urge Public to Help Identify Attacker
If you recognise the boy, contact British Transport Police immediately:
- Text 61016
- Call 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 170 of 20 February
Or report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
