A suspect has been arrested following a report of a serious assault in Sittingbourne. Patrols were called to a multi-storey car park in East Street, shortly before 8pm on Wednesday 27 August. Officers and South East Coast Ambulance Service attended the scene where a woman was treated for injuries consistent with stab wounds.

The victim, who is in her 40s, was taken to a London hospital for further medical attention and was subsequently discharged.

Later the same evening, a 60-year-old local woman was arrested in connection with the incident. An investigation is underway and detectives are appealing to witnesses to contact them. Anyone with information should call 01795 419119, quoting reference 46/149734/25. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete their online form.

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