It doesnt surprise me however actual acts of violence rather than just verbal abuse seem to be on the increase - and amongst what are relatively well off working people usually. A few years ago I went to court as a witness to such an attack where a pregnant woman was pushed around by 2 again, relatively well off and educated people. They both got a suspended sentence of 2 years.Their behaviour was particularly bad and unacceptable however I wonder how much it will take to unleash the same in most of us when travelling conditions are really dire.