British Transport Police (BTP) have released CCTV images of three people they believe may have information about an attempted robbery at Woolwich Dockyard railway station in southeast London. The incident occurred shortly before 5.30pm on Thursday 30 July, when a man was approached by a woman who tried to steal his mobile phone.
Victim followed onto train and attacked
According to a BTP spokesperson, the victim boarded a train after the initial approach. He was then followed onto the train by the same woman and two other people, who kicked and punched him. The group attempted to take his phone again but were unsuccessful.
The spokesperson said: "Detectives investigating an attempted robbery in southeast London are today releasing these CCTV images in connection. Shortly before 5.30pm on Thursday 30 July, a man at Woolwich Dockyard railway station was approached by a woman who attempted to steal his mobile phone."
Police appeal for information
The victim did not sustain serious injuries, though the attack involved physical force. BTP detectives are now urging anyone who recognises the three people pictured in the CCTV images to come forward. The spokesperson added: "The victim then boarded a train and was followed onto the train by the same woman and two further people, and was then kicked and punched. The group also tried to take his phone again but were unsuccessful."
"Detectives would like to speak to the three people pictured, as they believe they may have information which could help the investigation," the spokesperson continued.
How to provide information
Anyone with information is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 633 of July 30. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
