A 26-year-old man has been sentenced to six years in prison after a random and violent assault on a woman in Gillingham left her with permanent facial injuries. Levi Silcott, from Dagenham, was sentenced at Southwark Crown Court on Wednesday, 18 February, following his conviction for causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
The incident occurred on 23 April 2025, when the victim was walking along Seaview Road. Silcott, who was unknown to the woman, dragged her along the ground into an alleyway and punched her repeatedly in the face. The victim suffered several facial fractures during the assault and has since been required to undergo extensive medical treatment for her injuries.
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The conviction followed a detailed investigation by detectives who reviewed a significant volume of CCTV footage from the surrounding area. Investigators identified a suspect exiting a vehicle while wearing clothing that matched descriptions of the offender. By tracking the vehicle’s movements, police were able to identify Silcott as the primary suspect.
Silcott was eventually located and arrested in Ilford on 21 May. Although he denied the charges throughout the legal process, he was found guilty following a trial at Southwark Crown Court. He remained in custody from the time of his arrest until his sentencing this week.
Investigating officer Detective Constable Emma Laimbeer said:
‘Silcott’s violent actions were unprovoked and horrific, leaving an innocent woman with serious injuries and trauma.
‘That he denied his actions and put the courageous victim through the ordeal of a trial was despicable. He belongs in jail and Gillingham is a much safer place for women in his absence.’