Appeal following Canterbury assault
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Witnesses and footage are sought by officers investigating an assault in Canterbury.
Kent Police was called shortly before 3pm on Monday 27 October 2025 following an incident near St Martin’s Hill.
A 19 year old man was part of a group that had walked to a churchyard on North Holmes Road earlier that afternoon.
Assault
It is reported that a disturbance broke out and an assault took place. The man sustained injuries to his face, hands and leg.
Officers attended and enquiries were completed, leading to the arrest of a 17 year old boy on suspicion of assault on Thursday 30 October. The teenager has been bailed with conditions while enquiries continue.
Appeal
The investigation is ongoing and officers are keen to hear from witnesses who have not yet spoken to police.
Anyone with relevant information, including CCTV and dashcam footage, should contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/185649/25.
To report information anonymously you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or use the online form.