Three robberies in three days took place on South London trains, with one victim left with head injuries. The first theft happened on Tuesday, April 9, at around 7.10pm on board a train from London Bridge.
A 52-year-old man was approached by another man who asked him for the time, then implied he had a knife and demanded his mobile phone. The victim gave it over before trying to retrieve it, but he was hit in the head repeatedly. The suspect ran off the carriage.
The next victim was a 72-year-old the following day (April 10). At around 3.10pm, the pensioner was on a stationary train at London Bridge when the suspect approached him and snatched his mobile.
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The victim tried to retrieve his valuables but the suspect threatened to stab him. He then made off with the mobile.
At the same time the next day (April 11), a 25-year-old woman was travelling from Honor Oak Park to Clapham Junction station when she was approached by a man walking through the carriages. She was asked for the time but the suspect then demanded her phone and AirPods.
He then got off at Crystal Palace station.
Police want to speak to a man who may help with their investigation. In the photos, he can be seen wearing glasses, and a Nike Air Jordan hoodie.
Anyone who recognises the person pictured is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016, or by calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 504 of 11 April.
Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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