British Transport Police (BTP) have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak with following an incident of outraging public decency on a train traveling between London St Pancras International and Luton.
Incident Details
- Date & Time: Friday, 27 February 2026, at approximately 7:30 pm.
- Location: On board a Thameslink service heading towards Bedford.
- The Incident: A woman boarded the train at St Pancras and a man sat in the seat next to her. It is reported that the man then proceeded to touch himself inappropriately beneath his clothes.
- Suspect Movement: The individual left the train at Luton railway station.
Police Appeal
Detectives believe the man captured on CCTV may have information vital to their investigation. If you recognize the individual or have any information regarding the incident, please contact the authorities:
- British Transport Police: Text 61016 or call 0800 40 50 40.
- Reference Number: Quote 704 of 27 February.
- Anonymous Reporting: Contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
Personal Safety and Reporting
The British Transport Police emphasize the importance of reporting unwanted sexual behavior on the rail network. This includes:
- Indecent exposure or outraging public decency.
- Unwanted touching or sexual comments.
- Upsetting or offensive behavior of a sexual nature.
If you or anyone you know has been affected by the individuals highlighted on this website, please report them to the Police on 101 (999 in an emergency) or visit their online resources for further details on reporting a crime. You can also report to Crimestoppers if you wish to remain completely anonymous. There is help available on our support links page.