London police seek witnesses after lobster-costume assault

Police in London are searching for a suspect dressed in a lobster costume who seriously assaulted a man outside the World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace last December, leaving the victim with significant, lasting injuries. The Metropolitan Police released a CCTV image of the suspect on Monday, July 27, 2026, in a renewed appeal for witnesses nearly eight months after the attack.

The assault occurred on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m. The victim, a man in his twenties, was leaving the venue when he encountered a group of men all dressed in lobster costumes. An argument ensued, which was initially broken up by on-site security personnel. Shortly afterward, as the victim walked along the venue's concourse, he encountered the same group again. One of the men then punched him, knocking him unconscious.

The victim later attended a hospital where his injuries were assessed as serious and significant, though not life-threatening. Police confirmed that the man is still suffering from the effects of the assault seven months later. After receiving hospital treatment, the victim reported the incident to the Metropolitan Police.