A member of staff at a Peckham pub has lost sight in one eye after being stabbed.

On bonfire night, November 5, the victim was attacked while working at the Prince of Peckham pub at around 12.35am.

Police have described the area outside the pub at the time of the incident as very busy.

A 31-year-old woman was arrested the next day on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a knife in a public space.

The suspect has since been charged.

Police are now asking for any witnesses to the incident should contact police quoting crime reference number CAD246/5Nov.

DC Ashleigh Mullins of the Met’s South Central BCU said: “Although a person has been charged and a number of witnesses spoken to, I believe there are other witnesses who are yet to speak with police.

“The pub and the area outside the pub were very busy.

“There was a vicious crime which resulted in a serious injury to a man who was working at the pub.

“It is vital that anyone who saw the incident or the aftermath gets in touch to share what they know.”

A spokesperson for Metropolitan Police: “Police are appealing for witnesses to a violent assault in Clayton Road, SE15.

“At around 00:35hrs on 5 November, the victim was working at the Prince of Peckham pub, when he was stabbed causing him to lose sight in one eye.

“A 31-year-old woman was arrested the following day on suspicion of GBH with intent and possession of a knife in a public place.

“They have since been charged.

“Any witnesses yet to speak with police are asked to call 101, quote CAD246/5Nov.

“Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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