CCTV images have been released by Kent Police officers investigating a suspected racially aggravated assault in Maidstone which left a victim suffering a fractured cheek bone.
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The incident happened as a group of friends were visiting Top Hut Pizza & Chicken in the High Street, during the early hours of 23 August 2025. Several unknown males entered at around 4am. They are initially reported to have racially abused one of the group, before an altercation led to the assault of two men shortly after. The two victims sustained facial injuries after being punched. These included a fractured cheek bone, broken nose and damage to teeth.
An investigation has since included an extensive review of CCTV footage from town centre cameras and local businesses, and officers have now issued images of five men they would like to identify and speak to.
If you have information which may assist the investigation call Kent Police on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/146892/25. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or by using the online form.