Supermarket Scuffle in Beckton: Staff Acts in Self-Defence
Police were called to a supermarket on Tollgate Road, Beckton, at 8:50pm on Friday, 5 November following reports of an assault involving a customer and staff member.
CCTV Clears Staff, Customer to Be Questioned
Officers quickly reviewed CCTV footage and discovered the member of staff had acted in self-defence after being assaulted by the customer.
A 30-year-old woman has been identified and will be interviewed over an allegation of common assault.
Police Warn Against Sharing Misleading Video
Police have spotted a video circulating on social media showing a different version of events that contradicts their findings.
They urge the public to stop sharing the video to avoid spreading false information.
