Man Subjected to 'Brutal Attack' Outside Gym

Police seek two men in connection with robbery in Northolt

An appeal has been issued by police for help in identifying two men wanted in connection with what they have described as a ‘brutal attack’ in Northolt earlier this year.

A 43-year-old man was set upon and robbed on Rodwell Road shortly after 12.20am on Sunday, 10 July, by two men in Rowdell Road who demanded money.

The men wanted for questioning

Without any warning the victim was then attacked by the first man who hit him on the head with a brick.

Despite being dazed, the man managed to take refuge in a nearby gym whose staff administered first aid.

Both men made off with the victim’s bag which contained his mobile phone, cash, bank card and driving licence.

He was taken to hospital where he was treated for a deep cut to his cheek and eyebrow along with bruising and swelling to his face. He has since been discharged.

The first suspect is described as a black dark-skinned male with protruding front teeth wearing a blue jumper and blue jeans.

The second suspect is described as white male, with short brown hair wearing a grey hooded top and blue jeans. The suspect was also wearing a silver chain.

DC Andrew Cresswell from Ealing CID, said: "This was a nasty attack on a man leaving the gym on his way home. It is only by sheer chance that he did not sustain any lasting injuries from a brutal attack to the head. If you recognise the two pictured in this appeal, please contact Ealing CID on 0208 721 7129 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

November 14, 2016