Identity of man unknown and officers are appealing for help
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following the serious assault of a man during violent disorder in Ealing last night.
Officers were in Springbridge Road at approx 22:45hrs on Monday 8 August to deal with spontaneous violent disorder, when they became aware of a man in his mid 40s-50s being attacked.
Despite coming under fire from missiles, officers managed to reach the man to administer first aid and ensure the safety of paramedics who attended.
The man was taken by ambulance to a west London hospital where he remains in a critical condition suffering from head injuries.
It is believed that the victim, whose identity is currently unknown, remonstrated with a group of teenagers who setting fire to two industrial bins outside the Arcadia Shopping Centre.
The victim was assaulted and fell to the ground. The victim was assaulted and fell to the ground.
Detectives from the MPS Homicide and Serious Crime Command (HSCC) are investigating.
Anyone with information is asked to call the incident room on 020 8721 4205;
or if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
09 August 2011