UK · 27 July 2026

Met Police release CCTV over darts crowd assault

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The Metropolitan Police on Monday released CCTV of a man in a lobster costume wanted over an assault at the World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace on 13 December 2025. Detectives said a man in his 20s was punched and knocked unconscious on the concourse after leaving the venue about 4.30pm. He was taken to hospital with serious injuries and still has lasting health effects.

By BriefTea Editorial · 27 July 2026 at 10:12

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