Look At The Camera: Thug Hunted For Tube Station Punch

A tube train passenger was punched unconscious at Newbury Park Underground station in east London by a mystery assailant now wanted by police.

British Transport Police (BTP) have released this image of their suspect.

At approximately 7.45pm on Sunday, March 22 a stranger walking alongside the victim suddenly punched him in the face, knocking him to the ground.

The blow and fall caused the passenger to lose consciousness. 

The unknown male then ran out of the east London Central Line station.

Officers would like to speak to the man pictured, as they believe he may have information that can help their investigation.

Anyone who recognises him or witnessed the incident is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 592 of 22 March.

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