Police seek help over three train muggings

The first robbery took place on July 1 at 12.45pm on the 12.30pm train travelling from Sydenham to West Croydon.

A man was approached and punched in the head before his bank cards and a mobile phone were stolen.

The robber is described as a black male, approximately 25 years old, 6ft, wearing a thick gold chain. The man also has a gold tooth. He was wearing a grey tracksuit top, dark blue jeans and black leather gloves.

Police believe the man put on a pair of gloves prior to carrying out the attack and left the train at Norwood Junction.

(When replying to police quote reference number LS34104).

The second incident occurred on Sunday, July 31, between 11.10pm and 11.15pm on board a train travelling between West Croydon and Selhurst.

A man sitting alone was approached and surrounded by a group of men, thought to be of Afro-Carribean or mixed race and aged around 17.

They punched and kicked the man before stealing a Nokia 6630 mobile phone, cash and a hat.

(Quote reference number LS34386).

A third robbery took place on Friday, September 30, at 4.45pm on board a train travelling from Norbury to Streatham.

Three men approached a man and threatened to stab him before demanding he hand over his bag.

The first suspect is described as a black male, approximately 19 years of age, of proportionate build with facial stubble.

He was wearing a dark blue hooded top, a patterned t-shirt and dark blue tracksuit bottoms.

The second is described as a black male, approximately 5ft 10in, of proportionate build with short hair.

He was wearing a navy blue hooded anorak and dark trousers.

The final suspect is described as a black male, approximately 17 years of age and of proportionate build.

(Quote reference number LS35058) If you witnessed any of these crimes or if you recognise these individuals, call the British Transport Police London south intelligence unit on 020 7922 6213, quoting the appropriate reference number.