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Daniel Radcliffe saves injured tourist

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has been hailed a hero after coming to the aid of a tourist who had his face sliced open during a violent bag snatch in the UK.

The 27-year-old actor was with walking group of people through Chelsea when the man in his 50s was attacked by the theives who were riding a moped.

Daniel has been hailed a hero. Source: Getty
Daniel has been hailed a hero. Source: Getty

The Telegraph reports the victim was visiting the UK and was targeted for his Louis Vuitton bag.

Witness and former police officer David Videcette told the Evening Standard the victim put up a brave fight: "They slashed him in the face with the knife and made off down the road. I tried to follow them but I lost them as they were jumping red lights".

Daniel with his 'Harry Potter' castmates. Source: Getty
Daniel with his 'Harry Potter' castmates. Source: Getty

It was then, Mr Videcette said, that Daniel came to the man's rescue.

"It was a bit of a surreal moment, I said, 'You're Daniel Radcliffe' and he replied, 'I am'. He was a really nice bloke; a lot of stars wouldn't have stopped to help," he said.

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Investigations into the incident are continuing. No arrests have yet been made.

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