CCTV still issued of man sought following vicious assault in Plaistow

Detectives investigating a vicious assault in Plaistow have released an image of a man they want to identify.

The incident happened at approximately 19:20hrs on Wednesday, 26 February as the victim - a man aged in his 50s - was waiting at a bus stop in Barking Road, near the junction with Tunmarsh Lane, E13.

The male suspect walked up behind him and slashed him across the face with a knife before walking off. No words were exchanged prior to the incident and the victim did not recognise his attacker.

The victim was taken to hospital for treatment but has been left with a large scar.

Detective Constable Karen Barker leads the investigation and said:

“This appears to have been a completely unprovoked attack which could easily have had far more serious consequences. We are appealing to anyone who was in this area of Barking Road around the time of the incident, or any road users with camera footage who may have captured the suspect or the incident, to come forward and speak to us. This person is extremely dangerous and needs to be caught.”

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote ref: 01/7208073/25. You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.