Luton Railway Station Double Phones Snatch: Female Victim Punched

A woman was punched in the chest as she chased a robber, who had snatched her and her companion's mobile phones at Luton railway station in the early hours.

British Transport Police (BTP) have launched a robbery investigation.

Investigating officers have released this CCTV image of their suspect.

They are appealing to members of the public for their assistance in identifying him.

At around 2.30am on Thursday, February 1 a man walked over to the two victims and grabbed their mobile phones.

One of the victims chased after the man, but he struck her to the chest and ran off towards the town centre.

Officers believe the man in the image may have information which could assist their investigation.

If you recognise him, or have any other information, please contact BTP by texting 61016 or call 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 57 of 2 February.

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