Detectives look to find man after unprovoked attack in Dulwich

Detectives are appealing to the public to identify a man they wish to speak to after a woman was assaulted in East Dulwich.

Police responded to reports of an attack at 16:45hrs in Lordship Lane, SE22 on Monday, 25 August. When officers arrived, they discovered a woman in her 20s suffering from injuries to her face. She was treated by paramedics from the London Ambulance Service at the scene before being taken to hospital where doctors confirmed she had a broken jaw.

She continues to be supported by officers.

Detectives are now turning to people in the area to come forward and help find the man they believe is responsible for the attack. He approached the victim who was alone before swearing at her and then hitting her in the face. He is described as a Black man, in his 30s or 40s, with balding hair. At the time of the incident he was wearing dark clothing.

Detective Constable Charlotte Kerr, leading the investigation, said: “We are working hard to find the person we believe is responsible for this senseless and unprovoked attack. While we continue our enquiries, we hope our increased neighbourhood police presence will offer some reassurance to women and girls throughout the local area.

“If you saw anything on Monday, 25 August – particularly between the junction of Lordship Lane and Chesterfield Grove at around 16:45hrs - do not hesitate to get in touch with us. No matter how small you think your information is, it may be the key that unlocks our investigation.”

Any witnesses or anyone who can help identify the suspect is asked to please contact the Met via 101, quoting 5018/25AUG or 01/7897951/25. Those who wish to share information anonymously can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.