Woman left with several injuries after being assaulted and called a “paedo” on Blackpool to Preston train
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Just before 8am on April 5 the victim boarded a Preston-bound service at Blackpool North station.
During her journey a woman started shouting “paedo” and “you have my kids”.
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She then stood up, approached the victim and shouted “look at me” before grabbing her hair, punching and kicking her.
As a result of the attack, the victim sustained a split lip, black eyes and bruising to the face and body.
Officers have released an image of a woman they believe can help with their investigation.
Text 61016 or call 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 99 of 05/04/22 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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