Police are hunting for a man who robbed a teenage boy on a train to Glasgow Central.
On the evening of Wednesday May 19, the youngster had his bag stolen after being threatened with violence by a man who then fled when the train, from Cumbernauld, reached Anderston Station.
British Transport Police have issued a description of the suspect and describe him as a white male in his early 20s of medium build with ginger hair and a beard.
They are encouraging anyone with information to come forward.
A statement released today confirmed: "Detectives are appealing for witnesses after a teenage boy was robbed on-board a ScotRail train service from Cumbernauld to Glasgow Central.
"At around 5.15pm on Wednesday 19 May, the victim was approached by a man who threatened him with violence to hand over his belongings. He gave him his bag and the man got off the train at Anderston Station.
"The man is described as a white male in his early 20s of medium build with ginger hair and a beard. He was wearing a white Tommy Hilfiger t-shirt and light grey joggers.
"At the time of the robbery the service was extremely busy, officers are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident.
"Witnesses or anyone with information can contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting 492 of 19/05/21.
"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."
