Police are appealing for the public’s help to identify a suspect following an attempted murder on Rye Lane in Peckham.
The incident occurred at approximately 10:27 pm on Thursday, 5 December, when a 62-year-old man was attacked inside a shop on the busy street.
Detective Constable Jacob Ludlam from the local investigations team said:
*”We are urging anyone who may have been in Peckham Rye that evening to please think back and let us know if you saw or heard anything suspicious.
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“Whilst our enquiries are ongoing, it appears at this stage to be an unprovoked attack.
“The incident occurred opposite John The Unicorn pub, so if you were there that night or knew anyone that was, please get in touch with us online or call 101 quoting reference 01/1168928/24. Alternatively, you can report it to the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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Any snippets of information could be vital to our investigation. Thank you.”*
Police are particularly interested in hearing from anyone who was near the shop or the John The Unicorn pub at the time of the incident. Those with CCTV, dashcam footage, or other relevant information are also encouraged to come forward.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police are determined to bring the perpetrator to justice. Further updates will be provided as the case progresses.
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