Detectives investigating a serious assault in Hackney are appealing for witnesses to come forward, and have named a man they need to trace.

On Saturday, 28 June at 00:56hrs police were called to reports of a fight between two men in Lower Clapton Road, E5.

Officers attended alongside the London Ambulance Service who treated a 32-year-old man at the scene before transporting him to hospital. He remains in hospital with serious injuries that are believed to be life-changing.

After making enquiries and reviewing CCTV, detectives are keen to speak to Christopher Richards, 32 (08.08.1992) of South Ockendon, Thurrock, in relation to the assault.

Richards is known to have links to the Hackney area, as well as South Ockendon. He is of a medium, broad build and has dark brown hair.

Anyone who has information on Richards’ and his whereabouts, or anyone with further information that could help the investigation, is urged to contact police on 101 quoting CAD 409/28JUN25.

To remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.