CCTV images have been released of a man British Transport Police officers would like to speak to in connection with an assault at London Paddington railway station.
At around 8am on Monday, October 24, the offender approached the barrier on the bridge over the mainline and tapped his Oyster card on the reader. He passed through the barrier and was followed closely by his friend.
When his friend did not produce a ticket or Oyster, he was stopped by a member of staff who led him back to the gate line.
The offender then grabbed the staff member and placed him into a headlock, then dragged him backwards. He then let him go and walked away laughing.
The member of staff did not sustain any injuries but was very shaken up by the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to contact British Transport Police on 0800 40 50 40 or text 61016, quoting reference number 191 22/11/16.
Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 500 111.
