Passenger Hospitalised By Train Assault

A train passenger was hospitalised with a fractured shoulder and facial wounds after being punched and stamped on while travelling on a late-night service.

British Transport Police (BTP) have released this image of their unknown suspect and are requesting the assistance of members of the public to help identify him.

The victim was travelling between Ramsgate and Dover, Kent at approximately 11.00pm on Friday, December 29, last year.

A male passenger punched and stamped on his upper body and head, rendering him motionless on the floor.

The victim attended hospital and was left with a fractured shoulder and stitches needed to his face.

Officers would like to speak to the man in the image as they believe he may have information that could help their investigation.

If you recognise him, or have any information, please contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 727 of 29/12/23.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.