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A man has been arrested and charged in connection with an alleged violent robbery of a woman in Maidstone on Sunday 4 August 2024.
It is reported that between 11pm and 11.30pm, a bag was stolen after the woman was followed and assaulted in an area between Knightrider Street and the Millennium Bridge. The victim suffered injuries including cuts, grazes and a head wound and required hospital treatment.
DC Josh Littley said:
‘This happened in an area which was in the vicinity of All Saints Church and Maidstone Baptist Church. We are urging anyone who was in or near this location, and who may have heard or seen anything suspicious to contact us.’
Anyone with information which may assist the investigation should call Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/YY/13780/24. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111, or by using the online form.
A 27-year-old Maidstone man is currently remanded in custody. He has been charged with robbery, theft and assault by beating and will appear at Maidstone Crown Court on 2 September.