The incident took place at Crawley Station where a man had an “unknown corrosive substance” thrown at him on Saturday, March 7.
He was attacked by three men and chased by the group, before he fell over. He was then kicked before the men fled the scene.
Emergency services were called to the station at around 11.20pm.
The man, who is in his 30s, was taken to hospital with “potentially life-changing chemical burn injuries”, a spokesman for British Transport Police said. He has since been discharged.
British Transport Police has now confirmed one man has been arrested in relation to the incident.
The force has also released images of two men officers want to speak to.
Police have released images of two men they wish to speak to in relation to a chemical attack at Crawley Station (Image: British Transport Police)
Detective Constable Billy Burstow said: “I firstly want to acknowledge the level of concern this shocking incident has caused in the local community.
“We have been conducting extensive enquiries – including speaking to witnesses, specialist forensic work and CCTV examination – and have been working closely with our colleagues at Sussex Police to identify those responsible.
Police have released images of two men they wish to speak to in relation to a chemical attack at Crawley Station (Image: British Transport Police)
“I want to reassure residents that we don’t believe there to be any wider risk to the community, and that this is being treated as an isolated incident involving two parties who were not previously known to each other.
“One man has been arrested in connection to the incident, and we are now releasing images of two men who may be able to assist our enquiries.
“We ask anyone who recognises them to text us on 61016 immediately, using the reference 851 of 7 March. You can also call us on 0800 40 50 40.”
Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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