An ‘elderly’ man was reportedly attacked with a brick outside Harrow Bus Station on Tuesday morning (22 July), leaving him with a head injury.
The incident happened at around 9:19am on College Road. According to someone at the scene, the area was busy at the time, but only one member of the public stepped in to help the injured man while others stood by.
The woman reportedly called out for a first aid kit and began trying to stop the bleeding. A TFL worker brought over a kit, allowing her to give assistance before emergency services arrived.
An ambulance and police later attended the scene. Paramedics thanked the woman for her quick actions, which had helped control the bleeding. Police also checked on her wellbeing following the incident.
A shop worker nearby told Harrow Online, “Everyone suspects this to be a random attack.”
According to someone at the scene, the woman received no thanks from the public, and only the police acknowledged her efforts.
A spokesperson for Met Police told Harrow Online, “At 09:19hrs on Tuesday, 22 July officers and the London Ambulance responded to reports of an assault on College Road, Harrow.
“A man in his 60s was found at the scene with a head injury and was taken to hospital. His condition has not been deemed life-changing or life-threatening.
“When officers arrived the suspect had left the scene. An investigation has been launched and several lines of enquiry are ongoing.
“At this stage no arrests have been made.
“Anyone with information that might help can police on 101 referencing CAD 1966/21JUL.
“To remain completely anonymous you can also call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.”
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