Appeal for witnesses to Gravesend assault

Investigators are appealing for information following a report of a serious assault in Gravesend.

The incident happened inside and outside a shop in East Milton Road at around 6.30pm on Sunday 28 July 2024.

It is alleged a teenage boy was assaulted by three other teenage boys, following an altercation at the front of the store.

During the incident, the boy suffered a laceration to his arm that required treatment at hospital.

Patrols attended the scene and a 14-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of assault. He was later bailed to return to the police station on 27 October, pending further investigation.

Appeal for witnesses

Officers have been investigating the report including the examination of CCTV in the area. They are appealing to witnesses or anyone with information that may assist their enquiries to call the appeal line.

Residents with private CCTV and motorists with dashcam are also asked to check for relevant footage.

Anyone with information should call 01474 366149, quoting 46/125540/24.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously, by calling 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website.