Soho Mayhem: Officer Hit with Bottle During Arrest
Police patrolling Soho’s Old Compton Street faced violence just after 10pm on Wednesday, 4 November. As bars prepared to close early ahead of new Covid restrictions, officers arrested a drunk and disorderly suspect near Frith Street.
Officer Attacked After Arrest
While moving the suspect away from a crowd towards Romilly Street, an officer was suddenly struck on the back of her neck by a glass bottle. Thankfully, she escaped serious injury.
Investigation Underway
PC Jack Greaves said: “This was both a cowardly and dangerous action that could have had much more serious consequences for the officer. Thankfully she was not seriously harmed.”
“I am confident someone knows who this person is and ask them to get in touch with us immediately. If you recognise yourself in this image, do the right thing and come forward.”
“Despite wide social media coverage, I’m still keen to hear from anyone with info that could identify those involved.”
“Police officers put themselves in harm’s way to protect you. No officer should have to face assault at work.”
How You Can Help
If you have any information, contact police on 101 quoting CAD 5926/04Nov or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
