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British Transport Police have launched a public appeal to identify a man following a violent assault on board a South Western Railway train travelling between Surbiton and Basingstoke.
The incident occurred between 11:40pm on Saturday 14 June and just after midnight on Sunday 15 June.
According to officers, the victim had fallen asleep on the late-night train when he was abruptly woken by water being poured over his feet. Upon reacting, the suspect allegedly threatened to punch the man if he made any further noise — before carrying out the threat and repeatedly assaulting him.
Passengers Tried to Intervene
Other passengers attempted to step in and defuse the situation, but the victim was reportedly punched multiple times.
The victim got off the train at Walton-on-Thames, while the suspect is believed to have exited at Weybridge.
CCTV Image Released
British Transport Police have released a CCTV image of a man they believe may hold vital information in connection with the assault.
“We’re asking anyone who recognises the man pictured, or who may have witnessed the incident, to contact us immediately,” said a BTP spokesperson.
Contact Information
Anyone with information is urged to contact British Transport Police by:
- Texting 61016
- Calling 0800 40 50 40
- Quoting reference number 04 of 15 June
Alternatively, you can provide details anonymously through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.
