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Evening Standard
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Man wanted for biting police officer during protest in central London

Detectives have released a CCTV image of a man wanted for biting a police officer at a protest in central London.

The officer's hand was bitten during the demonstration on Saturday, August 6, the Metropolitan Police said.

"Thankfully the officer’s injuries were not serious," a statement said.

"In a continued attempt to trace the person responsible, officers are re-releasing a CCTV image of man they wish to speak with in connection with this incident."

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting reference MINORCA 1 - FIMS 047066 and ask the call handler to email DC Steve Nicholls or Tweet @MetCC on Twitter.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or report online to remain anonymous.

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