Police spread CCTV footage as they search for bus attackers
Man with learning difficulties was punched and kicked
Friday, 14th April 2023 — By Charlotte Chambers
Police this week circulated these images from CCTV on the bus
DETECTIVES investigating an attack on man with learning difficulties yesterday (Thursday) released CCTV stills of three young people they want to speak to.
The police appeal for help follows a three-month search for the attackers.
Images of three youths – two male and one female – were posted as officers explained the victim had been left with two black eyes after being punched and kicked.
The incident unfolded on the number 56 bus as it travelled along Essex Road on January 3 this year.
A police spokesperson said: “The 61-year-old man, who has learning difficulties, was approached by three youths, two males and one female. One of the youths started to harass him and when he stood up to try and leave, the group began to punch and kick him.
“The victim called out for help and the three ran off leaving the man injured. The victim was left with two black eyes and has been left very distressed as a result of the assault.”
Anyone with any information about the attack is asked to call police on 101. Please quote CAD 4128/03JAN, or alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.
