A man sustained a facial slash wound above his eyebrow after intervening when a gang threatened an elderly passenger on a London Tube train. The incident occurred on the Metropolitan Line, traveling towards Northwick Park, shortly before 11 p.m. on Monday.
After the assault, the group fled the Northwick Park Underground station with the victim's bag. British Transport Police (BTP) have released images of five men they are seeking to identify and apprehend in connection with the robbery and assault, appealing to the public for assistance.
Those with information are encouraged to contact BTP via text at 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 607 of December 29. Anonymous tips can also be provided to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.