A man in his 20s was left injured following a violent assault with a glass bottle on Rupert Street in Soho late on Saturday night (10 May 2025).

Officers from the Metropolitan Police were called to the scene at 10:35pm after receiving reports of the attack in one of London’s busiest nightlife hotspots.

 Victim Rushed to Hospital

Emergency services, including the London Ambulance Service, responded swiftly. The victim was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital. His injuries have been assessed as non-life-changing, but the incident has sparked concern in the local area.

 Suspect Still at Large – Police Appeal

Police are now conducting urgent enquiries to identify and locate the suspect. No arrests have been made as of Sunday morning.

Authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the assault or has information that could assist the investigation to call 101, quoting crime reference 7930/10MAY.

Information can also be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

 Soho Under Scrutiny

This attack comes amid increasing concerns about late-night violence in central London. Rupert Street, known for its vibrant nightlife, has been the site of previous disturbances, and this latest incident is expected to reignite calls for increased patrols and surveillance in the area.