Image released of suspect sought after man attacked in Hackney

Police are appealing for help to identify a man following an attack in Hackney which left the victim with serious injuries.

At around 22:45hrs on 20 July 2023 the victim, a man aged in his 50s, witnessed a man stealing his jacket from his car outside his address in Britannia Walk after he refused to give him a lift.

The suspect ran off wearing the item before returning and punching and kicking the victim.

The victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries including a fractured cheekbone and nose and lacerations to his eye.

Detectives launched an investigation and are now issuing an image of a man they want to speak to.

Investigating officer DS Rhiannon Essam, Central East CID, said: “This incident was extremely distressing for the victim and left him with serious injuries that saw him hospitalised for more than a month.

“Extensive enquiries have been carried out following the attack including the examination of CCTV, forensic opportunities and speaking with multiple witnesses - however these enquiries have not been successful in identifying a suspect.

“We continue with our efforts to find the person responsible and are now asking the public to help us identify the man in this footage who we would like to speak to.”

Anyone who recognises this man or has any information should call us on 101 or via ‘X’ @MetCC quoting CAD 8907/20JUL23. To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.