Police have released CCTV images of a man they wish to speak to in connection with a serious assault in Camden Town.

A 51-year-old man was left with serious injuries after he was attacked to his neck and knocked unconscious at an address in Camden Town.

When the victim regained consciousness, he realised his attacker had stolen a Sony laptop computer.

The man had met the suspect outside Marble Arch Tube Station on Hallowe’en night before travelling to Camden Town.

The victim was taken to hospital following the attack but has since been discharged.

Police are now appealing to hear from anyone who may know the man pictured.

Det Con Darren Brownrigg of Camden CID said: “This was a vicious attack on a middle-aged man by a suspect who apparently left him with very serious injuries.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting ref 1929512/14 or to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.