Manhunt after brutal Farringdon station assault leaves worker with broken jaw

Detectives are appealing for the public’s help to identify a man following a serious assault at Farringdon Underground station.

The incident took place between 9.45am and 10am on Wednesday 1 April, when a contractor was carrying out repairs to a faulty entry gate at the station.

A man approached the worker and punched him in the face, knocking him to the ground. As the victim got back up, he was struck again and knocked down for a second time.

The victim suffered a broken jaw in the attack and is expected to require surgery.

Officers from British Transport Police are now seeking to identify a man they believe may have information that could assist their investigation.

Anyone who recognises the individual, or who witnessed the incident, is urged to get in touch by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 219 of 1 April.

Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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