A man dressed as a lobster is wanted by police after assaulting a darts fan outside the World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace. The victim, a 20-year-old man, was knocked unconscious during an altercation on December 13, 2025, and remains hospitalized with serious injuries. The suspect was part of a group wearing lobster costumes at the event.
Immediate Action & Core Facts
The Metropolitan Police have released a CCTV image of the suspect, urging witnesses to come forward. The victim encountered the group after leaving the venue at approximately 4:30 PM and was punched unconscious after a brief argument. Security initially separated the parties, but the victim later re-encountered the group on the concourse.
Deeper Dive & Context
The attack occurred during the third day of the 2026 World Darts Championship, which ran from December 2025 to January 2026. The tournament saw Gary Anderson defeat Adam Hunt in a first-round match, while Luke Littler won his second consecutive title by beating Gian van Veen 7-1 in the final. Police have appealed for information, emphasizing the suspect's distinctive costume as a key identifier.
Detective Constable Lizzie Coster, leading the investigation, stated: 'This assault occurred outside at a major sporting event, and the suspect was wearing a distinctive costume. We are releasing a CCTV image of the suspect in the hope that it will jog the memory of attendees, or anyone else who was in the area at the time.' She added, 'Our thoughts are with the victim in this case, and we hope the best for his recovery.'
Anyone with relevant information is asked to call 101, quoting 6879/13DEC.