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Christmas gifts stolen at Paddington station
Christmas gifts for families and friends were stolen from trains at Paddington station by an opportunist thief.
The thefts, totalling £9,000, took place in the run-up to Christmas between December 6 and 23 and typically between 8pm and midnight.
Detective constable David Graney, of the British Transport Police, said: "In each incident, the man enters a train that is waiting to depart the station empty-handed, but leaves shortly before the services leave with suitcases or other piece of luggage.
"All the thefts took place as we were approaching Christmas and suddenly stopped shortly before Christmas Day.
"Many of the victims have said the luggage that was stolen contained presents for their families and friends.
"Passengers should try to keep an eye on their belongings at all times to avoid becoming victims of opportunist thieves who target the rail network."
Police have issued this CCTV picture of a man they want to speak to in connection with these thefts.
He is described as white, aged between 20 and 25, of a slim build with short brown hair which has receded at the sides.
The man usually wore a black and grey hooded top and a dark jacket.
Anyone with information can call British Transport Police on 0800 405040 quoting reference B09/144340/09, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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