Police are hunting for a suspect following a racist assault on an Elizabeth line platform. The incident took place at around 11.30pm on Friday, October 4 on the platform at Liverpool Street Railway Station.
British Transport Police (BTP) has said that one man shouted anti-Semitic abuse at another man whilst on the platform. As the victim walked away, the man followed him continuing to shout anti-Semitic comments.
He then assaulted the victim. BTP has now released a CCTV image of a man whom they believe could help their investigation. Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting 6 of 5 October 2024.
In a full statement, a spokesperson for BTP said: “Officers investigating a racially aggravated assault are today releasing these images in connection.
“At around 11.30pm on Friday 4 October, a man was at Liverpool Street Railway Station waiting on the Elizabeth Line platforms when a man shouted anti-Semitic abuse at him. As the victim walked away the man followed him continuing to shout anti-Semitic language and then assaulted him.
“Officers would like to speak to the man in the image as they believe they may have information which could help with their investigation. Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting 6 of 5 October 2024.
“Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
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