Clapham Chemical Attack Suspect Manhunt Hits Day Seven
The hunt for Abdul Ezedi, 35, accused of a shocking alkaline attack in Clapham, has entered its seventh day. Police are stepping up efforts to catch the fugitive, who allegedly targeted a mother and her two children on January 31.
Attack Details and Harrowing Injuries
The attack took place on Lessar Avenue opposite Clapham Common. The mother suffered potentially life-changing injuries. Four innocent bystanders and five police officers injured during the incident add to the chaos. Authorities say the officers were lucky not to be seriously hurt or killed.
Tracking Ezedi’s Movements: A Timeline of Evasion
Police have pieced together the suspect’s trail through the capital and beyond:
- 00:15 – Vehicle spotted in Newcastle.
- 06:30 – Vehicle sighted entering Tooting, London.
- 16:30 – Seen driving in Croydon.
- 19:00 – Driving spotted in Streatham.
- 19:25 – Attack occurs in Lessar Avenue, Clapham. Ezedi flees, crashes car, and escapes on foot.
- 19:33 – Boards train at Clapham South Tube.
- 19:59 – Leaves train at King’s Cross Tube Station.
- 20:42 – CCTV shows Ezedi leaving Tesco at 21 Caledonian Road.
- 21:00 – Enters King’s Cross Tube, boards southbound Victoria Line.
- 21:10 – Exits at Victoria Tube Station, heads to District Line.
- 21:16 – Boards eastbound District Line train.
- 21:33 – Exits Tower Hill Tube Station.
The last confirmed sighting was at 10:04 pm on January 31 near Victoria Embankment. His movements were tracked using his bank card — which hasn’t been used since the attack.
Ezedi’s Troubling Background and Current Status
CCTV images reveal Ezedi with serious injuries on the right side of his face. Police are urging him to seek medical help and surrender.
Ezedi has a troubling past, including a 2018 sexual offence conviction that resulted in a suspended sentence and registration as a sex offender.
The victim, 31, is believed to know Ezedi, though police confirm he is not the father of the children attacked.
Originally from Afghanistan, Ezedi was granted asylum in 2020 after claiming to have converted to Christianity — despite his criminal record.
£20,000 Reward and Urgent Police Appeal
The Metropolitan Police’s Specialist Crime Command leads the nationwide manhunt with help from forces across the UK. A £20,000 reward is on offer for information leading to his arrest.
Anyone with information is urged to call the Met’s 24/7 hotline at 020 7175 2784 or dial 999 immediately if sighted. Anonymous tips can also be provided via Crimestoppers.
