Police hunt for man dressed as lobster who attacked another man at World Darts Championship

Jul 27, 2026 · 10:35 AM UTC ·2 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 21 views

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Police are searching for a man dressed as a lobster who assaulted another man outside the World Darts Championship venue at Alexandra Palace on 13 December. The victim, a man in his twenties, was knocked unconscious and continues to suffer significant injuries after being taken to hospital. Metropolitan Police have released CCTV footage and are urging the public to help identify the suspect.

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▪The assault occurred outside Alexandra Palace in north London during the World Darts Championship on 13 December.
▪The victim was punched on the venue’s concourse, knocked unconscious, and sustained serious but non‑life‑threatening injuries.
▪Detective Constable Lizzie Coster is leading the investigation and has appealed for information from witnesses.
▪Police released CCTV images of the suspect, who was wearing a lobster costume and is believed to have been part of a larger group of costumed attendees.

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