Identity of Victim Sought and Witness appeal

Incident Type: Robbery involving a bladed article

Location: Beaconsfield Road, Southall, UB1

Date & Time: FRIDAY,16TH JANUARY 2026, between 21:00 hrs and 22:00hrs.

Details of the Incident:

Police/Investigators are appealing for help to identify a victim involved in a robbery on FRIDAY, 16TH JANUARY 2026. During the incident, two suspects approached the elderly victim and one suspect brandished a knife, targeting the victim who left the scene before their details could be taken. There has been a video circulated on social media of the incident, and we urge you to forward the original footage if anyone has it.

Description of the Victim:

We are urgently seeking to check on the welfare of a person described as:

Gender/Age: Male,75-85 years old

Clothing: Was seen wearing a turban

Distinguishing Features: Not known

How You Can Help:

If you are this person, or if you believe you know who this individual is, please get in touch. We are primarily concerned with ensuring the victim is safe and obtaining a statement to assist with the investigation.

Additionally, we are looking for:

Witnesses: Anyone who saw the encounter.

Footage: Dashcam, doorbell, or CCTV footage from the area between 21:00HRS and 22:00 HRS

Contact Information:

Reference Number: CAD-8737/16JAN2026

Phone:101

Anonymous: Contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or via their online form.