Pedestrian Headbutted: E-fit Released

Police are hunting a late-night thug, who headbutted a fellow-pedestrian when they brushed shoulders in the street.

Detectives from Croydon have released this E-fit image in an attempt to identify the suspect responsible for the violent and unprovoked attack.

The attack left the 28 year-old victim with a broken nose and requiring hospital treatment.

The assault happened at approximately 11.05pm on December 17, last year outside the Millets store on High Street, Croydon.

The victim and his friend were returning from a Christmas function.

As they were walking along the High Street the lone suspect was walking in the opposite direction and their shoulders made contact.

The suspect then stepped towards the victim and became verbally aggressive.

He then headbutted and punched the victim before running away.

The victim was taken to hospital and treated for facial and head injuries He suffered a broken nose in the unprovoked attack.

The suspect is described as black, 6ft tall, aged in his mid 20s, and had corn rows.

Detective Constable Abhi Bibra, said: "This was a violent and unprovoked attack that left an office worker requiring hospital treatment during the Christmas holiday period.

"I would ask the public to contact me if they recognise the person who may have been responsible, or have any other information about this assault.

“Your information may be vital in identifying the person responsible and will be treated as confidential."

Anyone with information should contact Croydon CID on 020 3276 2236 or 07769 922321. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.