A 28-year-old man has been arrested as another man has been left fighting for his life after serious assault at Ilford railway station.
Emergency services were called to the station at around 8.49pm on December 4 to the violent incident.
Paramedics and London’s Air Ambulance attended the scene, and a man was rushed to hospital with serious head injuries.
The victim remains in hospital in a life-threatening condition.
His family have been informed and are being looked after by specialist officers.
Superintendent Nick Sedgemore described the assault as an “isolated incident” and reassured the public that there is “absolutely no place for violence on the railway network.”
He confirmed that a suspect is in custody after being arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and no other individuals are being sought in connection with the attack.
Investigations are ongoing, and police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has information to come forward.
Witnesses can contact British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 699 of December 4.
Superintendent Nick Sedgemore said: “There is absolutely no place for violence on the railway network. I would like to reassure the public this is an isolated incident and a 28 year old man is now in custody.
“We are not seeking anyone else in connection.
“We are working at pace on this investigation and continue to support the family of the victim.”
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