Bus Passenger Headbutted And Punched: CCTV Of Suspect Released

A Croydon bus passenger was the victim of a midnight headbutt and punch from this suspected thug, now being hunted by police.

The victim, aged 37 years-old, had just boarded a route 466 bus in the High Street, which was travelling towards Purley, at 11.55pm on July 21.

Police have released these CCTV images of the man they believe was responsible and are asking members of the public to identify him.


Both the victim and the suspect boarded the bus at the same time and soon after the suspect headbutted and punched the victim before making off. 



Police were called later by the victim who suffered several cuts to his mouth and facial bruising.

He did not require hospital treatment. 



The suspect is described as a white man, with light coloured hair.

He wore jeans and a dark coloured top.



Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Constable Neil Webb, who is leading the investigation on 020 3054 6712.

Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting ref: 186741.