Appeal after Hibs fans goaded and assaulted at Edinburgh Waverley - but suspect ends up breaking leg and knee

A man was left with a broken leg and kneecap after allegedly goading and assaulting Hibs fans at Edinburgh Waverley train station.

By Jamie McKenzie

Published 17th Mar 2020, 14:39 BST

Updated 17th Mar 2020, 14:50 BST

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British Transport Police (BTP) said a man jumped on one fan, causing them both to fall over to the ground, at about 9:30pm on Sunday March 1st. The suspect sustained injuries during the fall.

The suspect, who has been identified by officers, is then reported to have assaulted another fan.

BTP are now appealing for witnesses to come forward, especially the two fans who were assaulted.

Hibs fans were assaulted at Edinburgh Waverley train station.

No arrests have been made.

Anyone with information should contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40. In both cases, quote reference number 353 of 01/03/20.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.