Appeal after sexual assault on train from Farnworth Station

The police are appealing for information as a part of an investigation into a sexual assault on a train towards the city centre. British Transport Police (BTP) said the sexual assault was on a train from Bolton to Manchester before midnight on July 20. (Image: BTP) BTP said a man boarded the service at Farnworth Station before bothering a woman who was already on board the service.

Someone intervened but the man came back to commit the sexual assault. The police are appealing for information as a part of an investigation and, in particular, they are asking to speak to this man seen in a blue bucket hat and a blue jacket at around the time of the incident. We take all reports of violence against women and girls seriously.

If you are a victim or witness to any crimes, you can text us discreetly on 61016. Always call 999 in an emergency. #VAWG #zerotolerance pic.

twitter.com/ymCBJhs2SA — British Transport Police (@BTP) August 14, 2024 Anyone with information can contact BTP by calling 0800 405 040 or by texting 61016. They can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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