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Teen fights for life after fight
ONE punch to the head has left a teenager fighting for his life after an argument on a bus in Camden Road.
The 19-year-old, who has not been named, was returning home on a 29 bus after a night out with friends when he got into an argument with a man, who is believed to be Australian.
The teenager got off the bus in Camden Road, close to the junction with Brecknock Road, Camden Town at around 11pm and was followed by the man.
He punched him once in the head, the force of which knocked him out cold.
The attacker burst out laughing and casually walked off towards Holloway.
Passers-by called 999 and the victim was taken by ambulance to the Royal Free Hospital in Hampstead while police cordoned off the area to hunt for evidence.
Residents living behind the bus stop reported a large pool of blood on the pavement.
Detectives say the argument had nothing to do with that night’s Australia vs Croatia football match.
DS Sean Smyth from Islington CID said: “The suspect and victim are believed to have exchanged words on the bus befoe the assault took place and I am appealing for information from anyone who was on the 29 bus just before 11pm on June 22.
“I am also appealing for anyone who witnessed the assault on Camden Road, near Brecknock Road, to come forward.
“Witnesses reported having seen the suspect laughing as he headed north toward Holloway Road after the attack.”
Last night (Wednesday), the teenager was still in a life threatening condition.
No arrests have been made. |
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