Police release images of man sought in connection
Police seek this man after incident in West Ealing. Picture: Met Police
March 10, 2023
The police are appealing for help in identifying a man sought in connection with the setting on fire of an 82-year-old man outside a West Ealing mosque.
They have released images of the person they want to speak to after the incident which took place on Singapore Road on Monday, 27 February at about 8pm.
The suspect had been inside the West London Islamic Centre and engaged the victim in conversation as they left at the same time.
After they had spoked for around 5 minutes the suspect doused the victim in a liquid, believed to be petrol, before setting him alight using a lighter. He then walked away.
The victim was taken to hospital where he received treatment for severe burns to his face and arms.
Detective Sergeant Steven Constable, said, “I know this will be an incredibly shocking incident for the community and we are carrying out a full investigation into what happened. Understandably, there is a great deal of local concern in the wake of this incident and local officers have been carrying out reassurance patrols daily at the mosque.
"We are continuing to work alongside the West London Islamic Centre who have been very supportive of our investigation and have been assisting us with our enquiries.
“A key part of that is identifying the man in the image we have released. If you recognise this man, I would urge you to get in touch, either directly with police or to remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers. I would also urge anyone who witnessed this incident and has not yet spoken to police to please get in touch.”
More photos of the man sought in connection with the attack. Picture: Met Police
If you recognise the man in the image or have any other information that could help the investigation, call police on 101 and give reference 6422/27FEB.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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