POLICE are hunting for a man who assaulted a railway station worker after being told his Oyster card was not working.
The man, who is believed to have started his journey in Thornton Heath, also stole a cash bag from his victim.
British Transport Police have released CCTV footage of a man they would like to speak to in connection with the incident at Clapham Junction on Saturday, December 28 at 8.50am.
Detective Constable Mark Agrippa, the investigating officer, said: "A man got into a dispute with a member of rail staff after he was told that his Oyster card was not working.
"The man put his hand into the victim's pocket and took out a mobile phone, a set of keys and a cash bag.
"He then pushed the member of staff and went through the gates before throwing the mobile phone and keys at the victim."
"The man ran out of the station with the cash bag and we believe he started his journey at Thornton Heath station.
"I'd urge anyone who recognises the man, or has information that could help officers with the investigation, to please contact us."
Anyone with information is asked to contact British Transport Police on 0800 40 50 40, or text 61016, quoting background LSA/B9 of 23/01/14. Information can also be passed on anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
