We are writing to appeal for information about an attempted break-in and assault that happened at approximately 2pm on August 4 in North Finchley. We would like to thank those that came to our aid, in particular a young gentleman who tried to stop the assailant from running away.

We would also like to thank the kind lady wearing a high visibility jacket on her pedal bike who came to help. Unfortunately, with the speed of the events I was not quick enough to thank her.

Should any witness to this event, have any information, we would urge them to contact the police. In particular, the registration number plate for the vehicle in which the assailants/suspects drove off would be most helpful.

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