Images released after brawl on train heading to Middlesbrough

Images have been released following a brawl on a train bound for Teesside.

The incident occurred on Saturday, February 24, around 10.10pm, when a fight broke out between a group of men on the 8.08pm service from Carlisle to Middlesbrough. The fracas erupted between Seaham and Horden railway stations.

Officers believe the men captured in the CCTV images may hold vital information that could assist their investigation. Anyone who recognises them or has any information is urged to contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 786 of 24 February.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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