Scotland crime: Man arrested after allegedly trying to 'choke' woman on Scottish train
Published 17th Nov 2025, 14:01 BST
Police are urging any witnesses to contact them.
A man has allegedly assaulted a woman by attempting to choke her on a ScotRail train.
Officers said the incident happened around 7.15pm on November 3 on a train travelling from Dalmuir to Larkhall. The suspect allegedly assaulted the woman before getting off of the train at Blantyre railway station.
Police have launched an appeal for witnesses.
A man in his 30s was later arrested in connection on suspicion of domestic assault.
British Transport Police are urging anyone who witnessed the alleged incident to contact them by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 629 of November 3.
People can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.