Street Punch: Suspect Hunted

Police are hunting a street thug, who suddenly punched another man in the face in a north London street.

The Metropolitan Police have released this image of their suspect.

Police were contacted at 1.00pm on Thursday, July 1 to reports of an unprovoked assault in Whistler Street, Highbury.

The 25 year-old victim was strolling along the pavement when, without warning, he was approached by a man and punched in the face.

The mystery suspect then quickly left the scene.

The victim reported he suffered a facial injury.

Police wish to speak to this suspect and are requesting the assistance of the public in identifying him.

Officers can be contacted via twitter @MetCC or by phone at 101, quoting the reference CAD 2818/06Aug21

Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111.