Manhunt for acid attacker who threw substance at passenger as he bought off the prepare

A police manhunt has been launched for a suspected acid attacker who threw an unknown substance at a passenger as he got off the train.

Emergency services were called to Crawley station just after 11.20pm last night following reports a man in his 30s had been injured.

The victim was taken to hospital to receive medical treatment, with police saying they are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen what happened.

Forensic officers remained at the scene until the early hours of this morning.

British Transport Police confirmed its officers were called followed reports of a substance being thrown at a man.

A spokesman added: ‘The man was taken to hospital to receive medical treatment.

‘Officers are keen to speak to any witnesses who might have seen this incident or may have information.’

Witnesses have been asked to text 61016 or call 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 851 of 7 March.

Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Emergency services were called to Crawley station just after 11.20pm last night amidst report a man in his 30s had been injured

Police forensic officers remained at the scene until the early hours of this morning