Suspect charged following serious assault on woman in Folkestone

Police have reported a suspect has appeared in court charged with carrying out a serious assault in Underhill Road, Folkestone.

The victim was found with facial injuries at around 10.30am on Saturday 10 August 2024 from where she was taken to a local hospital. She has since been discharged.

A man, who is known to the victim, was arrested shortly after the incident and is being held in custody.

A man from Hythe, has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent and breaching a restraining order.

The 26-year-old appeared before Margate Magistrates’ Court on Monday 12 August and was remanded in custody to appear before Canterbury Crown Court on Monday 9 September.

Officers are continuing to appeal to anyone with information to call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/134233/24 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or by using the online form on their website.

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