Wannabe Robber: Do You Know This Pain On The Train?

A Buckinghamshire train passenger was struck in the face and asked for money by a mystery male during a late-night journey.

British Transport Police (BTP) are treating the incident as an attempted robbery and assault.

Investigating officers have released this CCTV image of their suspect.

They are requesting members of the public assist in identifying him.

The incident occurred at around 11.40pm on Saturday, February 24 on a service between Aylesbury and Monks Risborough stations.

A passenger was approached by a man who started arguing with him before demanding money and hitting him in the face.

Officers believe the man in the CCTV image may have information that could help with their investigation.

Anyone who recognises them is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016, or by calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 832 of 24 February.

Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.