Shirtless Suspect Wanted By Police

Police are hunting this bare-chested suspect after a tube train passenger suffered a serious eye injury.

British Transport Police (BTP) have released this image.

Investigating officers are appealing to the public to assist them in identifying him.

Just after 5.00pm on Saturday, June 19 at Belsize Park Underground Station a man was assaulted on the platform, leaving him with a lasting eye injury.

Officers believe the man pictured may have information which could help their investigation.

Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 514 of 19 June.

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

A Shade Suspicious? Mystery Man Wanted For Sex Assault

Transport cops are hunting this suspect after a female passenger was molested at Canning Town Underground Station.

British Transport Police (BTP) have released this CCTV image as part of their ongoing investigation.

Officers are requesting the assistance of the public to identify the mystery male.

An unidentified man struck at approximately 6.20pm on Wednesday, July 30, sexually assaulting the woman in a stairwell.

Detectives believe the man in the CCTV images may have information that could assist their enquiries.

Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016, or by calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 161 of 31 July 2025

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

Bare-Chested Suspect Hunted After Underground Sexual Assault

Police are hunting this scantily-clothed suspect after a female passenger was molested on the London Underground.

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

The mystery male is white, aged approximately in his twenties or thirties, bare-chested and wearing a skimpy pair of elaborately-patterned shorts.

BTP are treating the allegation as sexual assault.

Just before 5.00pm on June 30 the victim was travelling on a Jubilee Line train between Southwark and London Bridge stations.

She has reported to BTP she was sexually assaulted by an unknown male passenger.

Officers would like to speak to the man pictured as they believe he may have information which could help their investigation.

Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 500 of 30 June.

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

Watford FC's Diversity Officer Fighting For Her Job After Race Assault

Station Assault: John-Jules

A drunken Watford FC diversity officer, who screamed: “Punjabi bitch,” at a train station employee during a ticket barrier row is facing internal club disciplinary proceedings and the possible sack, a court heard today.

University graduate Ebonnie-Rose John-Jules, 23, the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer for the Championship club’s Community Sports & Education Trust was sentenced at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.

She was travelling with friend Naomi Caruana, 23, at 6.30pm on May 5, last year when they got into an ugly row at Southall station with TfL employee Sasha Da Cunha, who was aided by her colleague Tom Kakeeto.

John-Jules, of Towers Road, Southall, who has a Master’s degree in International Sports Management from the Global Institute of Sport fought the charges for a year, but eventually admitted her guilt on the day of her trial.

She pleaded guilty to assaulting and using threatening behaviour towards Mr Kakeeto and using racially-aggravated threatening behaviour towards Ms Caruana.

Prosecutor David Burns told the magistrates today: “It appears this defendant and her friend were involved in an argument with a female ticket barrier employee.

“A second employee, who was finishing his shift and heard the shouting says he was attacked by this defendant and her friend, with multiple punches thrown to his face and body, causing minor injuries.

“He sought refuge in a staff area and was followed by the defendants and they banged on the door, shouting threats.

“Ms John-Jules is heard referring to the female complainant as a ‘Punjabi bitch.’

Sasha Da Cunha & Tom Kakeeto

“The male complainant has also made a victim impact statement.”

In his statement Mr Kakeeto said: “During the incident I was scared and fearful. It was a shock to be attacked like that and uncalled for.

“I do not wear my uniform to and from work anymore so I am not recognised and it has knocked my confidence.”

At the earlier court hearing, when John-Jules was originally to stand trial the court heard she also shouted: “Go back to your country, you bloody Indians.”

On that occasion the court was also told Mr Kakeeto attracted the wrath of the two young woman when he asked them to be civil, with John-Jules kicking his bike into him, before punching him to the face.

Today, her lawyer Miren Patel said: “She pleaded guilty on the day of her trial so she will be afforded some credit. She has expressed genuine remorse.

“Unfortunately, earlier that day she had gone to a bottomless brunch with her friend.

“She is not a drinker, but had a fair amount and at the station there was an issue with going through the ticket barrier because it would not accept the ticket she had on her phone.

“She got frustrated that her phone did not open the barrier and Mr Kakeeto’s bike was blocking the barrier and he took hold of her and took her to the floor.

“So there is an element of provocation, there was grabbing and she has reacted to this and by her own admission she has gone overboard and should not have reacted in the way she reacted.

“She does say ‘stupid Punjabi’ and there is a gap in what she is saying and then says ‘bitch.’

“She has reacted in frustration due to the circumstances and wishes to apologise to the victims.

“She is employed, but is undergoing disciplinary action and that action is dependent on the sentence today.

“There is a pre-sentence report and a mental health report. She does have a vulnerability and even though she has not been diagnosed she is on anti-depressants.

“In the process of being grabbed and put to the ground she has suffered an injury herself,” explained Mr Patel.

“She has been back to the station several times since and there have been no incidents. It is the closest station to her home, her local station that she uses to get to work.

“She has got a disciplinary hearing and that decision is quite soon.

“She may not be in employment and I ask the court to deal with her as if she was unemployed and keep any financial penalties to a minimum.”

Bench chairwoman Marina Lobanov-Rostovsky announced: “We will follow the recommendation in the pre-sentence report.”

She told John-Jules: “You will have a probation officer you will be in contact with and if you breach these conditions they can be increased and you can be sent to prison.”

John-Jules was placed on a twelve-month Community Order, which includes a ten-day rehabilitation activity requirement and 10-12 mental health treatment sessions.

She was also ordered to pay a £162 fine; £100 compensation to Mr Kakeeto, plus £85 costs.     

John-Jules, who graduated from the University of East London with a degree in Sports Physical Education and Development, has a previous conviction in 2022 for threatening behaviour.

She began her full-time role at Watford FC in April, last year, weeks before this offence, after a period employed by Children with Cancer UK as a Sports Events Administrator.

Her co-defendant Caruana, of Renaissance Court, Prince Regent Road, Hounslow pleaded guilty to assaulting both Mr Kakeeto and Ms Da Cunha and also damaging the male victim’s EarPods.

She was sentenced to a twelve-month community order, which includes 70 hours community service work up to five days of rehabilitation and must pay a £50 fine.

Caruana was also ordered to pay a total of £120 compensation to Mr Kakeeto; £50 compensation to Ms Da Cunha, plus £85 costs and a £114 victim surcharge.

Race-Hate Knifeman Locked-Up

A man who repeatedly stabbed and racially abused a man at Victoria Underground station has been jailed for over four years, following a British Transport Police (BTP) investigation.

Christopher Patricks, 41, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty to racially aggravated GBH and wounding with intent at an earlier hearing and was sentenced at Inner London Crown Court to 51 months imprisonment.

The court heard how on Friday, October 11, 2024 just after 5pm, the victim was on a westbound Circle Line train towards Paddington when Patricks began to hit the victim with his bag.

Patricks grew more aggressive towards the victim, demanding he move back and saying he wouldn't let him off at the next stop.

As the train arrived at Victoria, both the victim and Patricks got off the train and the verbal assault continued, with Patricks racially abusing the victim.

Patricks, who was following behind the victim, then shoulder-barged him from behind and punched him in the chest and face. 

He then took his rucksack off and pulled out a knife, saying he would stab and kill the victim.

He then thrusted the knife towards the victims chest twice who used his arms to attempt to block the knife, with Patricks repeatedly saying that he was going to kill the victim.

Patricks then fled the scene and left the station, while the victim was treated at the scene by an off-duty officer before paramedics arrived and he was taken to hospital.

Officers tracked Patricks route and identified a pattern in his travelling behaviour, opting to attend St James Park Underground station on Monday, October 14, where officers believed he would attend.

Detectives and firearms officers waited for him and he was arrested and taken to custody.

Detective Chief Inspector Thanh Ly said: "This was an exceptionally savage and random attack which saw a man nearly lose his life, so I am so I am extremely pleased to see Patricks put behind bars for his volatile actions.

"There is absolutely no place for violent or abusive behaviour on the railway network, especially that which is motivated by hate, and we will continue to bring offenders for justice."

Son Jailed For Nicking £80K From His Elderly Mum

A son with power of attorney, who stole £80,000 from his ailing mother, was locked-up yesterday after being reported to police by his brother.

Retired plumber Adrian Hilton, 65, controlled mother Glenys’ money following the sale of her house to fund £660 per week care home costs, but failed to pay those bills.

Yesterday, at Woolwich Crown Court Hilton received two years and eight months imprisonment as wife Jane, who has stood by him during six years of criminal proceedings, and other family members looked on.

He fought the allegations for years, but on day one of his trial Hilton, of Pleasance Road, Orpington pleaded guilty to one count of fraud by abuse of position between July 20, 2017 and July 11, 2019.

The court heard Hilton was left in legal control of £198,958 following the sale of his mother’s home in January, 2017.

She feared being booted out of her care home and becoming homeless as a result of her son’s dishonest behaviour.

Lewisham council picked up the tab for her stay at The Swallows, Catford, owned by Raj Selvanandan, who says he is still owed £45,631 and the local authority itself paid £47,619 for Mrs Hilton’s care.

He spent the money on credit card bills, DFS furniture, a payment to Exeter University and when applying for a joint mortgage with his daughter claimed he had a £100,000 cash deposit.

“You used that money as your own in gross breach of trust and your position as power of attorney,” Judge Martin Yale told him. “You purchased items for yourself.

“The proceeds of your mother’s house were depleted, leaving her with nothing and there was a loss of eighty thousand pounds as a result of your fraud.

“You put her place at the care home at risk and the council had to step in to continue paying the fees.”

“You claimed you had your mother’s permission to spend the money and that she had given you a loan of fifty thousand pounds, but she denied any such thing.”

Sadly, Mrs Hilton passed away during the criminal proceedings, but not before making a victim impact statement.

“She said she was worried about her future, given the money was lost and having thought she was financially sound,” continued Judge Yale.

“She was unsettled by the council letters she received and the prospect of being evicted from the care home, leaving her homeless.

“You were in a position of trust and responsibility and abused that deliberately and took advantage of your mother’s vulnerability.

“Your remorse is undermined by your denials in the pre-sentence report in which you continued to deny any dishonesty.”

Prosecutor Matt Ward told the court Mrs Hilton moved into the care home in June, 2014, with Lewisham council covering the costs until her home was sold.

“The defendant took charge of his mother’s finances and when her property was sold the proceeds were paid into his bank account.

“From that point he used his mother’s money as his own, using eighty thousand pounds for his own benefit. He used his mother’s money to pay his debts.”

Hilton transferred £78,000 to a joint bank account he had with wife Jane, £2,600 was spent at DFS and money went on other bills.

“The proceeds were depleted, leaving his mother with nothing,” added Mr Ward. “The actions have caused a loss to The Swallows and there is an outstanding balance.

“He told the care home owner he was awaiting the sale of his mother’s home when it had already been sold.

“The defendant’s brother Mark looked into his mother’s finances and saw Mr Hilton was spending money and reported him to the police.”

Proceeds of Crime Act proceedings will follow in an attempt to confiscate any remaining money from Hilton, who was last in trouble four decades ago for shoplifting and handling stolen goods.

“He has had this hanging over his head for a considerable period of time,” said Danny Barnard, defending. “He was first arrested in 2019.

“The references describe him as a kind, caring, loving grandfather to his grandchildren, who adore him and he is a positive influence on them.”

Hilton had a triple heart bypass in 2022 and was recently hospitalised with cardiac issues.

“These proceedings have taken a physical and mental toll on him and he is in a fragile state of mind.

“Incarceration may jeopardise his health, his access to medication and exacerbate his stress and anxiety.

“He fully intends to pay these debts. The property he has available for sale will cover the debts.”

Judge Yale announced: “It is certainly taking advantage extreme vulnerability. He has plainly taken advantage of a vulnerable victim, his own mother.

“He also seems to be maintaining that there was a loan and he felt he could borrow money and in the pre-sentence report says there was an absence of dishonesty.

“The guilty plea isn’t exactly heartfelt and was made at the suggestion of his solicitor.

“This was highly dishonest, selfish and a breach of your duty with power of attorney,” the Judge told Hilton. “When your mother needed you the most, you betrayed her.”

Taxi For Sir Steve!: Film Director Frears Caught Speeding

Hat's All: Frears & Rothenstein leaving court

Celebrated film director Sir Stephen Frears has had another three points for speeding added to his current driving disqualification.

The award-winning filmmaker, who directed Helen Mirren in ‘The Queen’, is currently off the road until next year after multiple driving offences.

The 84 year-old appeared at Lavender Hill Magistrates’ Court today and was photographed getting into a black cab afterwards with artist wife Anne Rothenstein, 76.

He pleaded guilty to speeding in his ten year-old 1.8 litre black hybrid electric Toyota Auris in Park Road on December 12, last year, a short distance from his £2.4m terraced house in Homer Street, Marylebone.

A speed camera caught him driving at 29mph in a 20mph zone near Regent's Park.

Prosecutor Caroline Cross told the short hearing BAFTA-winner Sir Stephen was recorded speeding at 11.04am.

The court heard that on July 9 he received a six-month driving disqualification for repeated motoring offences that reached at least twelve penalty points.

His disqualification lasts until January, next year.

Sir Stephen was not legally represented and declined to address the magistrates, who imposed another three penalty points that will remain on his driving licence after the current disqualification.

He was also fined £194, with £130 costs and must pay a £78 victim surcharge.

The Leicester-born filmmaker, a Cambridge graduate, received a knighthood in 2023.

He was an assistant stage manger for the university’s 1963 Footlights Revue, which starred the likes of John Cleese and Tim Brooke-Taylor.

Sir Stephen’s films include ‘My Beautiful Laundrette’; ‘Prick Up Your Ears’; ‘Dangerous Liaisons’; ‘The Grifters’; ‘Mary Reilly’; ‘High Fidelity’; ‘Dirty Pretty Things’; and ‘Philomena’.