A suspected High-Vis knifeman is wanted by police after a 16 year-old schoolboy was slashed with a Stanley knife in an east London bakery.
Officers in Tower Hamlets have released this CCTV image of the man they believe is responsible for the unprovoked attack.
Police were called to the bakery in Market Square, Poplar at 3.00pm on January 25.
It was reported the teenager was approached by an unknown man, who engaged him in conversation, before slashing his arm with the sharp blade.
The suspect then fled the scene.
The victim suffered an injury to his elbow, which required hospital treatment.
Detective Constable Luke Martinez, who is leading the hunt, said: “This was a shocking attack in the middle of the day in a busy area.
“I would like to hear from anyone who recognises the man pictured or has any information of his whereabouts.”
Any witnesses or anyone with information is asked to call police on 101, quoting CAD 4594/25Jan or the independent charity Crimestoppers via www.crimestoppers-uk.org or 0800 555 111.
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