Sussex railway station assault: Member of staff had head stamped on

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A member of staff at a Sussex railway station had his head stamped on during a ‘serious assault’, police have said.

British Transport Police (BTP) officers are investigating the incident at Crawley railway station, which happened on Sunday, June 25.

Detectives released a CCTV image on Friday (June 30), ‘as enquiries evolve’.

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Police said the victim was at the gate line in Crawley railway station when a man ‘pushed through without a ticket’ at around 4.05pm.

Do you recognise this man? Photo: British Transport PoliceDo you recognise this man? Photo: British Transport Police
Do you recognise this man? Photo: British Transport Police

A BTP spokesperson added: “The man was challenged by the member of staff and he then punched him before stamping on his head.

“The victim suffered three eye fractures, a jaw fracture and another fracture to his shoulder.”

Police described the incident as a ‘serious assault’, adding: “Officers believe the man in the CCTV images may have information which could help their investigation.

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“If you recognise him or have any information please contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting ref 435 of 25/06/23.

“Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”