Underground Smoker Gives Passenger Black Eye

A smoker challenged for puffing a on the Underground gave the other passenger a black eye for pointing out his anti-social and illegal behaviour.

The victim was violently punched in the face, causing swelling as well as the eye injury at Kennington Underground Station.

British Transport Police (BTP) have released this image of the suspect and are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying him.

At 1.10pm on Friday, June 24 the victim challenged a male on the platform for smoking, which was met with the violent response.

If you recognise him, or have any information, please contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 2200062793.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.