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Images issued of man sought following crossbow incident in Tower Hamlets
Detectives are appealing for information after a man was threatened with a crossbow in Tower Hamlets.
Between 12:00hrs and 12:30hrs on Monday, 21 October, a man was walking down Alfred Street, E3 when he was approached by a member of the public.
He started being verbally aggressive before threatening him with a crossbow and leaving the scene.
Detective Inspector Nikki Hardy, from Central East BCU, said: “Thankfully the victim in this case suffered no injuries but was understandably shaken by what happened.
“We are now releasing an image of a man we wish to speak to in connection with this incident. We would urge everyone to look at the photo and think about whether they recognise him or know where he may be.
“Anyone with information should contact us on 101 with reference 245/31OCT number.”
Information can also be provided completely anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
As part of their investigation, detectives are looking at whether there may be any connection between this and two attacks in Shoreditch in March this year and are keeping an open mind.
