British Transport Police have launched an appeal for both witnesses and victims of an assault to come forward.

The assault occurred on the 1st May at around 4:30 pm on board a train from Exeter to Copplestone.

On board the train, two men began to harass two young women, and when another man intervened, the two men assaulted him.

Both of the men, aged in their 40s, were arrested at Eggesford railway station on suspicion of assault and a Section 5 Public Order offence.

They hope that the victim and any witnesses come forward with any information to help with their investigation.

BTP can be contacted by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40, quoting reference 596 of 1 May.

Or Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 08800 555 111.