Police look to trace man following ‘serious assault’ after England World Cup game
Police have released a photo of a man they would like to speak to after a man was injured in an alleged serious attack in London following England’s World Cup match against Norway.
The Met said a 24-year-old man became involved in a fight with a group of men on Hackney’s Gascoyne Road in the early hours of July 12 after watching the match.
The Metropolitan Police said a man in the group attacked the victim, who was being treated in hospital.
As a result, the victim suffered serious head injuries and was taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service, where he remained. It is considered that the injured person’s life is not in danger.
No arrests have been made and inquiries are ongoing, but police are asking the public to get in touch to identify the man in their picture as they believe he has important information about the case.
Detective Sergeant Steve Rafferty, who is leading the investigation, said: “Since we launched our investigation, officers have carried out extensive inquiries, including analyzing CCTV footage and speaking to witnesses.
“The attack took place following the England-Norway World Cup match and we know the area was extremely busy at the time. As a result, there may be additional witnesses who could provide important information.”
“We are publishing a photograph of a man who we believe may have important information that could assist our investigation and would appeal to anyone who recognizes him to contact police. He is described as a white man, thought to be in his 20s or 30s, with light brown hair. He was wearing a blue and white England shirt with a navy blue collar.”
Police are appealing for anyone in the Gascoyne Road area to contact them on 101 early on Sunday, quoting reference CAD 600/12JUL or report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
