Benedict Cumberbatch has been hailed as a ‘hero’ after saving a Deliveroo driver from a gang of four muggers.
The police have since confirmed they were called to the scene at Marylebone High Street, just half a mile from Baker Street, in November.
Witnesses say the 41-year-old began by shouting “leave him alone” at the attackers before getting involved, dragging the four potential muggers off the victim.
“Benedict was courageous, brave and selfless,” the driver, Manuel Dias, who also helped fend off the attackers, said.