British Transport Police (BTP) have released images of a suspect as they investigate a series of high-value luggage thefts on trains in and out of London.
One of the most recent thefts occurred on a service from King's Cross late on July 8. The victim left her suitcase, containing belongings worth £30,000, on the luggage rack. When she reached her stop, it was gone. CCTV showed a man getting off with it at Peterborough.
Appeal for information
BTP Constable Chris Pepper said: 'Luggage theft can be very upsetting and distressing for victims.'
'Suitcases contain not only items of significant financial value, but in some instances, hugely sentimental value.'
'We're keen to identify and speak to the man in the images as he may have vital information that could assist our ongoing investigation.'
Station hotspots
King's Cross and St Pancras are among the worst affected of London's major stations for luggage theft. According to a report by MoneySuperMarket, BTP recorded 1,812 bag thefts on UK trains and at stations last year – a rise of nearly 30% since 2023.
London's King's Cross (177 bags stolen), St Pancras (140) and Euston (88) were the top three stations with the most in 2025. A crackdown on criminal gangs targeting passengers has seen those numbers drop by 15% this year.
Pepper added: 'Our enquiries into these linked offences have been extensive and we're determined to leave no stone unturned to secure justice for victims. We're now appealing to the public to assist our investigation.'
