Neighbourhood Watch Message
Serious assault in Canterbury
Detectives investigating a serious assault in Canterbury are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
It was reported that a man and a woman were walking in Borough, where they were approached by two males asking for a lighter, at around 4.10pm on Monday 9 January 2023.
The man and woman continued walking and stopped at a takeaway for food. On leaving the premises, they were approached by the same males where an altercation took place.
The man was assaulted and sustained serious facial injuries and attended a local hospital for treatment. The two suspects were seen to run off in the direction of Canterbury city centre.
The first suspect was described as a thin white male in his late teens, approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall. He reportedly had a pale complexion with freckles, ginger hair and brown eyes. He was believed to be wearing a dark coloured puffer jacket and a hooded top, and grey tracksuit bottoms.
The second suspect was described as being of a similar height but with a broader build. He had short brown hair.
Anyone who witnessed the assault, or has information which could assist enquiries, should call Kent Police on 01843 222289 quoting 46/5222/23.
You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website.