Appeal after man left with serious facial injuries

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Police are appealing for witnesses and information following an assault in Canning Town.

An investigation was launched after officers were called to reports of a fight involving two men on Barking Road, E16 at approximately 22:00hrs on Tuesday, 16 January.

One man, aged in his 40s, suffered a facial injury and continues to receive treatment following damage to his eye.

A 27-year-old man was subsequently arrested on suspicion of assault – he has been bailed pending further enquiries to a date in mid-April.

Detective Constable Charlotte Saward leads the investigation and said: “It appears this was a dispute that stemmed from a parking incident and escalated into violence. We know there were several people who were in Barking Road and witnessed this incident – if you’ve not yet come forward to speak to us then please do so immediately.”

Anyone who can help is asked to call 101 or ‘X’ @MetCC and quote CAD 7170/16Jan.

You can also provide information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.