An unsuspecting man who suffered life changing injuries after acid was sprayed in his face has spoken about the ordeal.

At around 9.18am on January 20, 36 year-old Andrew Walker was opening the boot of his car on Waltham Road in Woodford Green when he heard a noise behind him.

He turned to find a young white man, who sprayed him in the face with acid.

Mr Walker did not recognise the man.

He was later spotted on CCTV getting into a red BMW 1-Series.

Mr Walker said: "The person who attacked me changed my life forever, and I am constantly reminded of the pain they caused when they randomly attacked me earlier this year.

"I would urge anyone with any information to come forward to the police as soon as possible so that this person can be put behind bars and won't be able to harm anyone else for a long time."

The attack was entirely unprovoked is being treated as GBH with intent.

Detective Chief Inspector Jamie Piscopo, lead investigating officer, said: "This was a shocking attack on an innocent man going about his daily business.

"He has received life-changing injuries, including extensive burns and scarring to his arms, face, and the left side of his body.

"At this stage, we are unsure as to what the motive for this attack was or why someone would want to harm Mr Walker in this way.

"We're releasing the CCTV images in the hope that somebody will recognise the suspect and get in contact with us.

"It shows the suspect running away and a red car, which we also believe to be involved.

"I would encourage anyone with information to contact us on 0208 345 2714 or tell us what they know anonymously by contacting Crimestoppers."

There has been no arrest in this investigation.

Anyone with information on the incident, or who may recognise the male shown in the CCTV is asked to contact police or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.