The cool laid-back atmosphere of Chelsea’s Embargo 59 club – the favourite playground of the exquisites of SW10 – was shattered by a champagne bucket attack on a reveler.
The “legendary” Kings Road nightspot – which has adopted a luxurious Cuban theme – was the scene of this ugly incident, resulting in a police manhunt.
The club describes itself as: “An institution amongst Chelsea's elite clubbers, Embargo 59 boasts a unique and heady cocktail of glamour, serious partying and an inimitable, effortless style.
“Wearing its Cuban influence on its sleeve, the Embargo 59 experience basks in unashamedly opulent surroundings, from the dazzling club to the laid-back vibe of the roof top terrace and the elegant sophistication of the Gold Room, complete with humidor and the finest selection of cigars this side of Havana.”
Detectives from Notting Hill police station are appealing for witnesses to come forward and have released this CCTV image of the champagne bucket suspect.
He was sharing a table with three women in the early hours of March 6 when a row broke out with the 25 year-old Lambeth victim sitting nearby.
He struck the victim with the ice bucket and as the man tried to flee, pursued and kept striking him.
The victim was rushed to hospital by ambulance for treatment to his injuries and he was discharged later that day.
The suspect is a white male of athletic build. He had short dark hair and was unshaven, wearing a light-coloured shirt with a light-coloured tie and dark jeans.
Detective Sergeant Steve Elliott said: “The suspect and victim were not known to each other and this is believed to be an unprovoked attack.
“The victim has suffered serious injuries and required stitches.
“We believe the suspect may have been involved in a previous altercation that night in the club.
“If you were present in the club and remember either of the incidents or if you recognise the suspect from the CCTV images please contact us.”
Anyone with any information should contact DS Steve Elliott at Notting Hill CID on 020 8246 0203 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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