Faces of seven youths wanted following alleged violent disorder at a Lancashire railway station after a football game have been released.
British Transport Police (BTP) said the incident happened at around 6pm on Saturday, August 8 at Burnley Manchester Road railway station following a Burnley v Notts County game.
Two sets of fans encountered each other on the walk to the station and began a verbal altercation that continued to the station, police said.
Station staff intervened and tried to keep the groups apart before several fights broke out on the platform in front of other members of the public.
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The groups made off on hearing police sirens, BTP added.
Officers believe the youths in the images could have information that may assist their enquiries. Anyone who has information that could help police should text BTP 532 of August 8.
Information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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