THIS horrifying image of a 65-year-old assault victim has been released by police two months on from the attack as officers step up their bid to arrest a suspect.

The attack, which took place in Ealing, west London, just outside North Ealing London Underground station between 2am and 3am on September 13, has left Richard Merry with devastating injuries.

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Mr Merry, who was attacked on Eden Court in Station Road, has been left with brain injuries as well as cracked ribs and damage to his eye socket.

Detective Constable Joe Cato of Ealing CID said: “Mr Merry was the victim of a vicious assault and then left outside to be found hours later.

“He has agreed to be named, and for an image of his injuries to be released to support our appeal for witnesses and information.

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“I would urge anyone who can recognise the man shown in the CCTV still, or has other information that may assist the enquiry, to call police."

The Metropolitan Police have now released the image of a man they would like to speak to.

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Anyone with information can call Ealing police officers on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800555111.