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Kent Police are appealing for witnesses after an alleged serious assault in Herne Bay that left a man with facial injuries and a woman injured. Officers were called at around 3.30am on Sunday 3 March 2024 following a report of a disturbance involving a group of people in the High Street.
Police arrived along with South East Coast Ambulance Service, who treated the man and woman for injuries. The man was taken to a local hospital where he remains receiving treatment. The woman was taken to the same hospital and has since been discharged.
An investigation is ongoing and officers are urging anyone with information about the incident, including CCTV footage, to come forward. It is alleged that a white Vauxhall Vivaro van was seen in the area at around the time of the assault and anyone travelling in the vehicle may have information which could assist enquiries.
You can call Kent Police on 01843 222289, quoting reference 46/34621/24. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or use the form on their website.