A rail worker was cut with a sharp object in an assault.

British Transport Police (BTP) launched an appeal today (July 19) after a rail worker was assaulted walking through Wealdstone booking hall at 8.45am on July 3.

"A passenger assaulted him before fleeing the scene," A BTP spokesperson added.

Police believe the man was cut with a sharp object and looked for medical treatment after the assault.

Anyone with information or who may have seen the incident has been asked to contact BTP by texting 61016

Or you can call 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference number 166 of 3 July.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.