Ticket inspector suffers spray attack
British Transport Police say he was targeted on a train at Corkerhill rail station in Glasgow's southside last Tuesday
Last updated 14th Feb 2017
Transport Police say a ticket inspector was sprayed in the face with a dangerous substance on board a train on Glasgow's southside.
The victim suffered a burning itchy sensation forcing him to have to rinse his face with cold water after the attack at Corkerhill rail station last Tuesday at around 15:45.
It happened on a service travelling from Crookston railway station to Corkerhill.
Investigating officer said: DC John McPhilemy said: “I am keen to speak to anyone who was travelling on board this service who may have seen, heard or even experience the effects of the substance sprayed within the carriage.
"We take a hard-line approach against those who assault staff. We will arrest, prosecute and possibly ban from rail services anyone who uses violence against rail staff.”
The force is appealing for witnesses and say anyone with information can call 0800 40 50 40.