Man Sought After Two Women Pepper-Sprayed on Sydney Train

A man is being sought after two women were attacked with pepper spray on a train at Lidcombe, Sydney. The incident occurred on July 17, 2025. The man's identity and motive are unknown, and the police are investigating the incident.

Sydney, July 2, 2025 - Police in Sydney are seeking a man who is believed to be responsible for an incident where two women were assaulted with pepper spray on a train in the city's northwest. The attack occurred on July 17, 2025, at Lidcombe Railway Station.

According to a statement released by Police Transport Command, the women, both aged 22, were traveling on a train between Circular Quay and Lidcombe Railway Stations when they were approached by an unknown man. After a brief conversation, the man allegedly sprayed the women with pepper spray before boarding another carriage.

NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the victims at Lidcombe Railway Station and transported them to Auburn Hospital in a stable condition. The man is described as Caucasian, in his 20s, with a medium build, standing between 170cm and 175cm tall. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a dark blue cap, black headphones, an olive green jacket, and dark-colored pants.

Police are appealing to the public for information about the suspect or anyone who may have seen the incident. The man was last seen leaving Parramatta Railway Station shortly before midnight. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit [nsw.crimestoppers.com.au](https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au).

The investigation is ongoing, and the motive behind the attack remains unknown. The police are encouraging anyone with relevant information to come forward to assist in the investigation.

References:
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[2] https://www.facebook.com/groups/alboisajoke/posts/1258387295775055/