police have released footage showing the moment a 19-year-old passer-by was “very seriously” injured when she was hit in the head with a gas canister and knocked to the ground during Notting Hill Carnival.
Two groups of youths, mostly in hoods, were involved in a violent brawl in Ladbroke Grove, west London, shortly after 7pm on Monday 29 August.
The “completely innocent” teenager, who had stayed at the scene, was hit in the head with a gas bomb and then kicked and punched.
The groups of men then left in opposite directions and the woman was hospitalized.
The footage was released by the Metropolitan Police on Saturday in an attempt to persuade witnesses to come forward.
Detective Constable Sam Packer said: “The victim was left with very serious injuries in hospital following this incident – although she has been released, she continues to require treatment for her injuries.
“She is a completely innocent member of the public who was attacked without provocation or warning by people intent on causing violence.
“If you were there and saw what happened, or have footage that could help us identify those responsible, please do the right thing and contact us immediately.”
