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British Transport Police Arrest Man Over 13-Year-Old Train Assault

8/27/2026

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British Transport Police are investigating the alleged sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl on a train.
The assault happened around 9 p.m. on Sunday, May 24, in Coach U of the 8.09 p.m. Avanti West Coast service.
Police arrested a man in his 30s on May 28 on suspicion of sexual assault by penetration.
The suspect was released on bail with stringent conditions while enquiries continue.

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British Transport Police are investigating the alleged sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl on a train.
The assault happened around 9 p.m. on Sunday, May 24, in Coach U of the 8.09 p.m. Avanti West Coast service.
Police arrested a man in his 30s on May 28 on suspicion of sexual assault by penetration.
The suspect was released on bail with stringent conditions while enquiries continue.