Girl thug in train attack

May 15 2009

A TEENAGE girl launched a brutal attack on a woman who tried to stop her verbally abusing two little girls.

The 20-year-old woman was kicked and punched by the girl who followed her through carriages on the Ayr to Glasgow station on Tuesday, May 5.

The distressed woman got off the train at Troon where she contacted police.

The British Transport Police revealed that the victim was aboard the 3.15pm service when she saw three teenagers shouting at two little girls, believed to be around 10-years-old.

She intervened to stop the abuse but the gang turned on her instead.

As the woman moved to another carriage she was kicked on the back by one of the trio, who followed her and punched her on the face.

The two little girls got off the train at Prestwick town station.

PC Alan Smith said: “This was an exceptionally cowardly and unprovoked attack on a woman going to the aid of younger girls.

“I know there were a number of passengers on the train who would have witnessed the assault.

“I am anxious to speak with anyone who may have information regarding the identity of those involved to contact me as a matter of urgency.”

The main suspect is described as being 15 to 16 years old, 5ft 6” tall with shoulder length dyed black hair, a tanned complexion and crooked teeth. She was wearing a pink top and jeans.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information should call police on 0800 40 50 40 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.