THIS IS the moment Labour MP Mike Amesbury sucker punched a constituent in the street.
Shocking CCTV footage shows the 55-year-old politician continuing to hit the man six times while he lays on the ground.
Mike Amesbury is seen in new footage seemingly throwing the first punch
Amesbury was also filmed having a row with a man as he lay on the street
The MP can be seen shouting and pointing at the man
Yesterday, Mr Amesbury claimed he was threatened before the attack at 2.15am on Saturday in his constituency of Runcorn and Helsby, Cheshire.
Mobile phone video showed him shouting “you’ll never threaten me again” as the man lay on the ground.
But new footage obtained by the MailOnline shows the MP throwing the first punch.
Mr Amesbury said prior to the release of the CCTV: “Last night, I was involved in an incident that took place after I felt threatened on the street following an evening out with friends.
“This morning, I contacted Cheshire Police myself to report what happened during this incident.
“I will not be making further public comment but will, of course, cooperate with any inquiries if required by Cheshire Police.
“I remain fully committed to working hard for the people of Runcorn and Helsby, and am determined to remain an open and accessible MP for our community.”
The Labour Party said: “We are aware of an incident that took place last night.
“We understand that Mike Amesbury MP approached Cheshire Police to report what happened this morning himself and that he will cooperate with any inquiries they have.”
Cops have confirmed they are now probing the incident.
Cheshire Constabulary said: “At 2.48am on Saturday 26 October, police were called to reports of an assault in Frodsham.
“A caller reported he had been assaulted by a man in Main Street. Enquiries are ongoing.”
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