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Police are investigating an appalling attack in Ealing in which two women were verbally abused for wearing hijabs and then brutally attacked.

A CCTV picture has been released of a woman police want to trace in connection with the shocking crime.

The British Transport Police have revealed the racially aggravated assault occurred at North Ealing London Underground station at 5.30pm on Friday, August 23.

Two women, aged in their 60s and 30s, are reported to have been verbally abused for wearing hijabs and then attacked.

Both were taken to hospital with the older victim suffering possible broken ribs and the younger woman suffering a black eye, bruising and internal bleeding.

Officers believe the woman in the image may have information that could help their investigation.

Anyone who knows her is asked to contact the BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 405040.

Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if you want to remain anonymous.