British Transport Police (BTP) have released images of a man they’d like to speak to as part of their enquiries into three incidents where ‘vital’ cables were cut and damaged on a railway line near to the Etihad stadium.
On May 24, June 20, and July 5 - at around 11.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30am respectively - a man ventured onto the railway tracks at New Viaduct Street before cutting and dragging away railway cables.
BTP said trespass and obstruction incidents led to the damage of cables which were ‘vital to the rail infrastructure’.
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Officers are now hoping to speak to the man pictured, in the hope he can assist with their enquiries and provide useful information which will help the ongoing investigation.
In a statement, a BTP spokesperson said: “Do you recognise this man? Officers investigating three separate incidents of trespass and obstruction believe this man could assist their enquiries.
“On May 24, June 20 and July 5 at around 11.30pm, 3.30pm and 4.30am respectively, a man ventured onto the tracks at New Viaduct Street and proceeded to cut and drag away railway cable, vital to the rail infrastructure.
“Officers believe the man in the images may have useful information which could help their investigation.”
Anyone with information can contact BTP by texting 61016 with reference 2200051409 of 24/05/22. Alternatively, they can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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