CCTV issued after man spat at Merseyrail staff after he was refused …

British Transport Police have issued CCTV after a man spat at a Merseyrail employee.

On Saturday, September 30, at 11pm a man was refused travel at Moorfields[1] Station after he was deemed unfit get on a train. The man became aggressive and threatened a member of staff before spitting in their face.

The British Transport Police have released a image of a man they believe might be able to aid the investigation. Anyone with information has been asked to come forward.

A statement from the British Transport Police said: “On Saturday 30 September just before 11pm at Moorfields station, a man was refused travel as he was deemed as being unfit to travel by a member of rail staff.

“The man then became extremely aggressive, lunging towards the member of staff and spitting in their face. Officers believe the man in the image may have information which could help their investigation.”

“Anyone who recognises him is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference number 16 of 01/10/23. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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