Manhunt after bouncer beaten up in ‘vicious’ attack outside City of London pub

Police want to speak to this man after the incident in Leadenhall Street
City of London Police
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Police are hunting a man after a bouncer was left needing surgery following a “vicious” early morning attack outside a pub in the City of London.

Security staff had asked a group to leave the Steam and Rye pub in Leadenhall Street at about 2.30am when one of them turned on the victim.

He attacked him outside the venue, leaving the doorman with cuts to his face and a serious injury to his hand, police said.

After the incident on Sunday February 19, detectives have released a CCTV image of a man they believe may have information that could help the ongoing investigation.

Police are also appealing to City residents and workers for information.

Detective Constable Mark Alston from the City of London Police said: “The victim was simply doing his job when he suffered a vicious attack that left him needing surgery to put pins in his hand.

“I would encourage anybody that was in the area and witnessed this incident to come forward and talk to us.

“Since this assault took place we have been conducting a thorough investigation.

“I appreciate that this incident occurred in February but I would ask anyone that may recognise the man in the image to please get in touch with us at the earliest possible opportunity.”

If you can help call 020 7601 2999 and quote CR/1062/17. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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