Image of man released after stabbing in Newham restaurant

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Police are releasing images of a man they want to identify and locate following a stabbing at a restaurant in Newham

The incident happened at a restaurant on Barking Road, near the junction with Arragon Road E6, on Saturday 1 April, shortly before 04:45hrs when a man in his 30s visited the venue to buy some food.

While inside, a male suspect started arguing and fighting with others. The victim attempted to break up the fight and calm the situation, but received stab wounds to the arm which may result in life-changing injuries. The suspect then left in a dark blue Audi car.

Police have now released an image of a man they would like to trace in connection with the incident.

No arrests have been made and enquiries continue.

During the incident, CCTV shows a number of people in the local vicinity of the incident and officers are appealing to anyone who witnessed this to come forward.

If you have any information, please email p260959@met.police.uk – you can also call 101 with reference CAD5922/30MAY23. To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.