The Metropolitan Police have released a CCTV image of a man dressed as a lobster who is wanted in connection with an assault that left a victim unconscious at the World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace. The attack occurred on December 13 last year at approximately 4:30 PM, when the victim became involved in an argument with a group of individuals all wearing lobster costumes.
Altercation escalates to assault
Site security intervened to separate the arguing parties, but shortly afterward, the victim encountered the same group again while walking along the venue's concourse. One of the men then punched the victim, knocking him unconscious. The victim sustained significant but non-life-threatening injuries and continues to suffer from the effects of the assault months later.
Police appeal for information
Detective Constable Lizzie Coster, who is leading the investigation, stated: “Our thoughts are with the victim in this case, and we hope the best for his recovery. This assault occurred outside at a major sporting event, and the suspect was wearing a distinctive costume. We are releasing a CCTV image of the suspect in the hope that it will jog the memory of attendees, or anyone else who was in the area at the time.”
Anyone with information is urged to call 101, quoting reference 6879/13DEC2. The police continue to appeal for witnesses to come forward to assist in identifying the suspect.
