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Transport Crime · City of LondonAppeal after woman sexually assaulted on Central line
British Transport Police have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to identify in connection with a sexual assault on a Central line train. The incident occurred on September 29, with the victim boarding at Mile End station.
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Police seek man after Central line sexual assault
British Transport Police are appealing for the public's help to identify a man in connection with a sexual assault on a Central line train. The incident occurred on September 29 between Mile End and Bethnal Green stations.
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Transport Crime · LondonRobbery on Central Line train prompts police appeal
British Transport Police are seeking information following a robbery on a Central Line train. A man had his phone stolen on a westbound service towards East Acton around 6.30pm on Saturday, August 15. Officers are appealing for the victim and any witnesses to come forward.
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Policing · NewhamArmed police evacuate Central line train at Stratford after gun report
British Transport Police evacuated a Central line train at Stratford station on 12 August 2026 after reports of a man with a gun. No firearm or suspect was found, but the incident caused brief service suspensions and ongoing delays.
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