Police are appealing for witnesses following a violent assault in Wimbledon.

A 31-year-old man was tripped from behind then punched to the ground as he walked along Wimbledon Hill Road towards Wimbledon Station at 5.50am on Thursday, October 22.

Police said his attacker demanded money before kicking him three times in the head.

He then stole a laptop and bag before fleeing towards Wimbledon town centre.

The attacker is described as a white man, in his early to mid-20s, with dark hair, about 5ft 11in and of medium build.

Detective Constable Ben Edwards, of Wimbledon CID, said: "This unprovoked attack using an extreme level of violence towards an innocent member of the public is not acceptable and will not be tolerated.

“This offender is both dangerous and a menace to society and needs to be identified and brought to justice."

No arrests have been made.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the robbery squad at Wimbledon police station on 020 8649 3008 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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