Acid Attack Horror In East London

Horror: Andrew Walker

Police in east London are hunting an acid attacker, who sprayed this victim as he opened the boot of his car.

Andrew Walker, 38, heard a noise behind him in Waltham Road, Woodford Green on January 20 and when he turned an unknown male doused him in the corrosive liquid.

An ambulance rushed him to hospital just after 9.20am for treatment to his injuries, which have been deemed life-changing.

Andrew was able to tell officers that the suspect was a young white male.

He did not recognise him and the suspect was later spotted on camera getting into a red BMW 1-Series.

The attack, which was entirely unprovoked, is being treated as GBH with intent.

Mr. Waker said: "The person who attacked me changed my life forever, and I am constantly reminded of the pain they caused when they randomly attacked me earlier this year.

"I would urge anyone with any information to come forward to the police as soon as possible so that this person can be put behind bars and won't be able to harm anyone else for a long time."

Lead investigating officer, Detective Chief Inspector Jamie Piscopo said: "This was a shocking attack on an innocent man going about his daily business.

“He has received life-changing injuries, including extensive burns and scarring to his arms, face, and the left side of his body.

"At this stage, we are unsure as to what the motive for this was attack was or why someone would want to harm Mr. Waker in this way.

"We're releasing the CCTV images in the hope that somebody will recognise the suspect and get in contact with us.

“It shows the suspect running away and a red car, which we also believe to be involved.

"I would encourage anyone with information to contact us on 0208 345 2714 or tell us what they know anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers."

There has been no arrest in this investigation.

Anyone with information on the incident, or who may recognise the male shown in the CCTV is asked to contact police on 0208 345 2714 Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.