Indecent exposure and sexual assaults in Folkestone

Officers investigating several reports of indecent exposure and sexual assault in Folkestone are appealing for witnesses.

During the evening of Saturday 25 May 2024, it is reported that a man indecently exposed himself and assaulted several women by touching them over their clothes in bars in Tontine Street, Folkestone.

Officers attended the scene and located and arrested a 26-year-old man in connection with the incident. He remains in custody while enquiries continue.

Investigating officer Detective Sergeant Ally Franks said: ‘We believe there may be further victims that we would like to speak to, so I would urge anyone who may have witnessed this incident or believe they may have been assaulted to get in touch.’

Can you help?

Anyone with information should contact Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/86117/24.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete their online form.