The incident took place between Beckenham Junction and Shortlands on Friday, July 22
Police are looking to speak to four teenagers after a boy had his phone stolen on board a South London train. At about 5.30pm on Friday, July 22, a group of teenagers approached a boy sitting by himself.
They forcibly swiped his phone, ripping his jacket in the struggle, before leaving the train at Shortlands station. British Transport Police has released CCTV images of four boys detectives want to speak to in relation to the incident.
A force spokesperson said: “Detectives have released CCTV images after a teenage boy was robbed on a train between Beckenham Junction and Shortlands in July. At around 5.30pm on Friday, July 22, a group of boys approached a teenager sitting by himself on the train.
“The group then took his phone, ripping his jacket in the struggle, before leaving the train at Shortlands railway station. Detectives would like to speak to the boys pictured, as they believe they may have information that could help their investigation.
“Anyone who recognises them is asked to contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 937 of 22 July. Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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