Police hope public recognise Hyde Park machete thugs from their distinctive sportswear

Police have released a series of images in the wake of the ‘brazen violence’ in Hyde Park this week, hoping the public may recognise the machete thugs from their distinctive sportswear.

Officers were called to the park at around 9pm on Tuesday, where they found a 17-year-old boy who had been stabbed. 

He remains in a stable, non-life-threatening condition in hospital, the force said.

One boy, also aged 17, has been arrested on suspicion of affray in connection with the incident.

Now, the Met has released a number of images of people they want to speak to in connection with the incident.

However, the low-resolution images make it difficult to distinguish faces, so a focus has been placed on the clothes they are wearing, with one image focusing almost entirely on a young man’s footwear. 

Detective Superintendent Alex Bingley said: ‘We urge anyone who knows or can identify the men in these pictures to come forward.

‘No piece of information is too small.

‘The brazen violence that was witnessed by many people enjoying the sun in Hyde Park was both shocking and unacceptable.

‘We appreciate the images and videos that were widely shared following the incident will have caused concern to people in the area and to those who visit the park regularly.

‘I want to reassure the public that we are committed to ensuring our parks remain a safe space for everyone to enjoy.

‘We are doing all we can to track down the individuals involved and bring them to justice.

‘Visitors to the park will see an increased police presence and, if they have concerns, I would encourage them to speak to officers.’

Anyone with information can call 101, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 and with the reference CAD7861/01JUN.