Former boxing champion who once fought Mike Tyson knocks out rowdy customer while working as a bouncer

One rowdy punter bit off more than he could chew when he confronted the wrong security guard – a former British heavyweight champion and one-time Mike Tyson opponent who left him knocked out cold on the pavement.

The video clip from Box Park in Wembley shows an altercation between a group of men and security staff outside the venue.

Julius Francis, now 57, is pictured amid the melee, initially seen keeping his distance.

But as things begin to boil over, one of the men takes a swing at another which narrowly misses.

The same man then advances towards Francis who takes a step back before throwing a lightning quick right across that drops him and leaves him out cold.

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A statement from the Metropolitan Police said: ‘Police are aware of footage circulating on social media showing an incident involving security staff and a member of the public outside Boxpark in Wembley. 

‘An investigation into the circumstances, including to establish the identity and welfare of those involved, is under way.’

A spokesperson for BoxPark added: ‘Our team are aware of footage being shared online.

‘This incident is currently under review and part of an ongoing investigation, and therefore we are unable to comment further on the incident at this time.

‘We would like to stress that the safety and welfare of our customers and our staff is our number one priority.’

Francis retired from professional boxing in 2006 after 48 fights.

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