Police appeal over rail passenger's attacker

The victim, a 42-year-old man from Conisbrough, suffered a suspected fractured cheekbone and had his tooth knocked out in the attack, which took place at about 11.50pm. One of his friends tried to intervene but was also punched, causing a black eye and cuts to his face.

Detective Sergeant Paul Kazimierczyk said: "The group of friends had enjoyed a night out and were simply trying to make their way home when their evening ended in sudden violence.

"The offender is described as being mixed race, of late teens or early twenties, with short dark hair, wearing a grey t-shirt and later a dark hooded top. We need to trace those responsible."

Anyone with information should call British Transport Police on 0800 405040.