Detectives in Kent are appealing for information regarding a young man believed to be connected to a robbery on a train. The incident occurred on 26 August at approximately 13:00 BST when the young man boarded the train at Bat & Ball station. He approached a lone victim, donning a balaclava and blocking his path. The suspect then brandished a knife and demanded the victim’s bag.
The train journey ended at Eynsford, where the young man disembarked alongside two other individuals. Police are now releasing a CCTV image of the suspect, as they believe he may have valuable information pertaining to their ongoing investigation.
Authorities are urging anyone who recognises the individual in the photograph or who possesses any information regarding the incident to come forward. The British Transport Police (BTP) can be contacted by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40. It is important to reference the case with number 352, dated 28/08/2023, when providing information to the BTP. Alternatively, individuals can reach out to Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111.