Bus driver assaulted in Maidstone

A CCTV image has been issued by officers after a bus driver was assaulted in Maidstone.

Police are investigating an incident which happened on Thursday 12 December 2024, at a bus station next to The Mall.

It is reported the victim was assaulted at around 11.30am, following a verbal altercation with a passenger.

He was allegedly pushed to the floor and punched in the face before the suspect left the scene on foot.

Patrols attended and the victim required hospital treatment for facial injuries.

Can you help?

An image has now been issued of a man officers would like to speak to, who is believed to be aged in his 20s and had black hair and a moustache.

Anyone with information should call Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/210303/24.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or by using the online form.