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Images released after woman subjected to inappropriate sexual comments on Somerset train

British Transport Police (BTP) is appealing for the public^s help after a woman was subjected to inappropriate sexual comments during a train journey between Weston-super-Mare and Bridgwater.

Today, officers have released CCTV images of two men they believe may have key information which could assist their investigation.

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PC Amy Perry, who is investigating the incident, said: ^The 19-year-old victim from Bridgwater, who was travelling alone on the service, was approached by two men who subjected her to a number of explicit and lewd comments. The incident left her feeling frightened and intimidated, and has naturally caused her some distress.

^Unwanted sexual behaviour of any kind on the rail network will not be tolerated. Fortunately incidents of this nature are rare but, when they do occur, we will do all we can to track down those responsible.^

Officers have undertaken a number of enquiries since the incident took place around 1.30pm on Friday, 6 February. Having viewed CCTV from trains and stations, investigators have now isolated images of two individuals they would like to speak to.

^As a result of our investigations, I am now in a position to release images of two men we believe may hold vital information in connection with this incident,^ said PC Perry. ^They both boarded the train at Weston-super-Mare before alighting at Taunton.

^If you recognise the men pictured, or have any information about the incident, I would urge you to please come forward and talk to us. Your information could prove vital to this investigation.^

Anyone with information about this incident should contact British Transport Police on Freefone 0800 40 50 40 or text 61016 quoting reference GSUB/B3 of 16/03/2015. Alternatively, information can be passed to the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Notes to Editors:

If you do publish/broadcast this appeal, please ensure that you include the above incident reference number.

BTP retains copyright of the attached image(s). They are to be used only in relation to this incident and must not be distributed, reproduced, or published in any form of media, electronic or otherwise other than for this purpose. As publishers, it is your responsibility to check with the courts whether any restrictions have been imposed that may affect the reporting of legal proceedings. You are also reminded of your obligations under the Contempt of Court Act 1981. Under no circumstances will BTP accept liability if the image(s) are distributed, reproduced or published in any form of media, electronic or otherwise, other than for the above purpose. Permission to reproduce this image is given for one month only from today.

Was there a TM on the train and if so did he do anything?

Did the said tm/conductor even know about the incident?

Yes it is a shame, the majority, no, nearly all FGW TMs are absolutely brilliant but there are two that I can bring to mind that really do have a "Not My Problem" attitude. Strange how it seems to happen that I come across these two quite often! But, back to basics it only takes one or two to tar the good ones with the same brush.