MyMateMorris
New Member
Hi All,
I hope you've all has a nice Christmas. I received a Notice Of Intent To Prosecute on the 24th December. I have now written my response and am keen for your input.
Embarrassingly this is now the second time I have had this letter. The last was in Early 2022 and when question this time around I initially engaged then walked away from the officer then came back. Really stupid I know. So clutching at strawers for this one.
I really have learnt my lesson this time as I was still a minor the last time, but have now come to realise the seriousness of this as I would like to immigrate in the coming years - I'm guessing probably should mention that?
Any help is much appreciated.
Cheers
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Dear Fare Evasion Manager,
I am writing in response to your letter dated 22.12.2025, Reference xxxxxx. This is regarding the incident that took place at Gatwick Airport on the 9th September around 9:50am.
Firstly, I would like to start by apologising to you and Govia Thameslink Railway for traveling without a valid ticket and for the time and resources that have been spent on dealing with this matter.
On the day in question, I was travelling from Horsham to Gatwick, and my details were taken by a Revenue Protection Officer when I was unable to present a valid ticket for the full journey. I had purchased two separate tickets—one from Horsham to Littlehaven and another from Three Bridges to Gatwick—in an attempt to avoid paying the full fare. I acknowledge that when first questioned by your officer I did not fully cooperate but I soon recognised the seriousness of fare evasion and the importance of compliance, and promptly provided my details.
I fully accept, with no excuses whatsoever, that my actions were dishonest and unacceptable, and is solely my responsibility. Since this incident, I have taken good care to always buy a valid ticket for the complete journey, and I can firmly assure you that this incident will never be repeated.
I am truly sorry for my actions and for the revenue loss they caused to Govia Thameslink Railway and the wider rail network. I now appreciate how seriously fare evasion is treated and the harm it does to services relied upon by many passengers. I now also fully understand the long-term consequences of such actions on my future opportunities.
I therefore ask kindly if you would please consider resolving this matter without the need for court action. I am committed to covering any costs that Govia have incurred, in addition to paying any outstanding fares and fees.
I deeply regret my actions and appreciate your time in reviewing my request.
Thank you for your consideration.
Yours sincerely
xxxx
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Sorry should have proof read that message to you guys first. Should be - I'm guessing I probably shouldn't mention that?
I hope you've all has a nice Christmas. I received a Notice Of Intent To Prosecute on the 24th December. I have now written my response and am keen for your input.
Embarrassingly this is now the second time I have had this letter. The last was in Early 2022 and when question this time around I initially engaged then walked away from the officer then came back. Really stupid I know. So clutching at strawers for this one.
I really have learnt my lesson this time as I was still a minor the last time, but have now come to realise the seriousness of this as I would like to immigrate in the coming years - I'm guessing probably should mention that?
Any help is much appreciated.
Cheers
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Dear Fare Evasion Manager,
I am writing in response to your letter dated 22.12.2025, Reference xxxxxx. This is regarding the incident that took place at Gatwick Airport on the 9th September around 9:50am.
Firstly, I would like to start by apologising to you and Govia Thameslink Railway for traveling without a valid ticket and for the time and resources that have been spent on dealing with this matter.
On the day in question, I was travelling from Horsham to Gatwick, and my details were taken by a Revenue Protection Officer when I was unable to present a valid ticket for the full journey. I had purchased two separate tickets—one from Horsham to Littlehaven and another from Three Bridges to Gatwick—in an attempt to avoid paying the full fare. I acknowledge that when first questioned by your officer I did not fully cooperate but I soon recognised the seriousness of fare evasion and the importance of compliance, and promptly provided my details.
I fully accept, with no excuses whatsoever, that my actions were dishonest and unacceptable, and is solely my responsibility. Since this incident, I have taken good care to always buy a valid ticket for the complete journey, and I can firmly assure you that this incident will never be repeated.
I am truly sorry for my actions and for the revenue loss they caused to Govia Thameslink Railway and the wider rail network. I now appreciate how seriously fare evasion is treated and the harm it does to services relied upon by many passengers. I now also fully understand the long-term consequences of such actions on my future opportunities.
I therefore ask kindly if you would please consider resolving this matter without the need for court action. I am committed to covering any costs that Govia have incurred, in addition to paying any outstanding fares and fees.
I deeply regret my actions and appreciate your time in reviewing my request.
Thank you for your consideration.
Yours sincerely
xxxx
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Sorry should have proof read that message to you guys first. Should be - I'm guessing I probably shouldn't mention that?
. But the letter is fine otherwise.