Two men injured in Marble Arch assault, no arrests made
Police appeal for witnesses after attack near Oxford Street on 12 August 2026
Incident → evidence → outcomeTwo men were injured in an assault near Marble Arch in Westminster on the evening of 12 August 2026. Police were called to the scene at 9:16 pm and found both men with injuries.
A 21-year-old man suffered head injuries and was taken to hospital. The Metropolitan Police confirmed his condition was assessed as not life-threatening. A second man was treated at the scene for injuries that were also not life-threatening.
Police investigation ongoing
The Metropolitan Police have not confirmed whether a bottle or any other weapon was used in the assault. No arrests have been made as of 13 August 2026.
A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said a trauma team from London’s Air Ambulance treated one patient at the scene before transporting him to a major trauma centre. Ambulance crews and a paramedic in a fast response car also attended.
Police are appealing for anyone with information to contact them on 101, quoting reference 7750/12AUG. The investigation remains ongoing.
What happens next
The Metropolitan Police will continue their enquiries into the assault. Residents and visitors who were in the area around Marble Arch between 9:00 pm and 9:30 pm on 12 August 2026 are urged to come forward if they have information.
Questions this report answers
01What injuries did the men suffer in the Marble Arch assault?
A 21-year-old man was taken to hospital with head injuries, while a second man was treated at the scene. Both injuries were assessed as not life-threatening by medical staff.
02Have police made any arrests after the Marble Arch attack?
No arrests have been made as of 13 August 2026. The Metropolitan Police are appealing for witnesses to contact them with information about the assault.
03How can I report information about the Marble Arch assault?
Anyone with information should contact the Metropolitan Police on 101, quoting reference 7750/12AUG. The investigation is ongoing and police are seeking witnesses.
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