Kent Police have arrested two additional suspects in connection with a serious assault that occurred in Margate early Saturday morning. A total of three people have now been taken into custody. The incident, which is being treated as a stabbing, took place on Northdown Road near its junction with Ethelbert Road shortly after 3am on Saturday, August 9.
Emergency services, including the South East Coast Ambulance Service, arrived at the scene to find a man in his 40s with an injury consistent with a stab wound. The victim was transported to a London hospital, where his condition is described as serious but stable. A 20-year-old man from Thanet was initially arrested on Saturday morning and has since been released on bail. Later that same day, two women from Thanet, aged 25 and 27, were also detained. Both women have also been bailed as the investigation continues with detectives are currently reviewing CCTV footage and conducting a forensic examination of the scene. Police are urging any witnesses to come forward with information.
Witnesses who have not yet spoken to the police and anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to call Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/137922/25. Drivers with dashcam and residents with private CCTV are also asked to check for relevant footage. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org